8000-28-0

Basic information

• Product Name: Lavander oil
• Synonyms: OIL OF LAVENDER;OIL, LAVANDER;Hyperabsolutelavender;lavendeloel;Lavender;Lavenderconcrete;lavenderoilfromlavandulaangusti-folial.;Oils,lavender
• CAS NO: 8000-28-0
• Molecular Weight: 0
• EINECS: 289-995-2
• Product Categories: Flavors & Fragrances;Alphabetical Listings;Flavors and Fragrances;I-L;Essential oil
• Mol File: 8000-28-0.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 204 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 180 °F
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.882 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.461(lit.)
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: Lavander oil(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Lavander oil(8000-28-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Lavander oil(8000-28-0)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 23-24/25-26
• RIDADR: NA 1993 / PGIII
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: OF6110000
• F: 8
• Hazardous Substances Data: 8000-28-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Lavender oil, derived from the Lavandula officinalis plant, is a versatile and fragrant essential oil with a wide range of therapeutic properties. It is known for its anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-spasmodic, balancing, energizing, soothing, healing, tonic, and stimulating effects. The oil is also believed to help clean small wounds, regulate skin functions, and possess insect-repellent properties. Lavender oil is suitable for all skin types and is particularly effective in treating oily skin, acne, burns, dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. It is also known to normalize skin types, stimulate cellular growth, and regeneration. The oil's main component is linalool acetate, with other actives including geraniol, borneol, ocimene, and pinene. Lavender oil is generally considered non-toxic, non-sensitizing, and non-irritating.

Uses

Used in Aromatherapy:
Lavender oil is used as a fragrance in various perfumes, providing a calming and soothing effect on the mind and body. It is known to help relieve stress and is believed to be useful in treating skin problems caused or aggravated by stress.
Used in Skin Care:
Lavender oil is used as a natural remedy for various skin conditions, such as acne, burns, dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. It is known to normalize skin types and stimulate cellular growth and regeneration, promoting healthy and balanced skin.
Used in Perfumery:
Lavender absolute is used as a fragrance in perfumes, adding a fresh, herbal, and slightly sweet scent to various formulations. It is particularly suitable for creating scents reminiscent of hay, new-mown hay, herbal, tabac, and amber.
Used in Flavoring and Carminative Products:
Lavender oil is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, adding a unique and pleasant taste. It also serves as a carminative, helping to alleviate gas and bloating.
Used in Insect Repellent Products:
Due to its insect-repellent properties, lavender oil is used in the formulation of natural insect repellent products, providing a safe and effective alternative to chemical-based repellents.
Used in Traditional Medicine:
Lavender oil has been used since the Roman era as an additive to baths, promoting relaxation and overall well-being. Its therapeutic properties have been valued for centuries, and it continues to be used in traditional medicine for various ailments.

Preparation

By steam distillation of the flowering stalks of Lavandula officinalis chaix(Guenther, 1949).

Essential oil composition

Main constituents of lavender include l-linalool, l-linalyl acetate, probably furfural, valeric aldehyde, amyl alcohol, α-pinene, cineol, small amounts of d-borneol, geraniol, terpenes and traces of coumarin (Burdock, 1997).