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Product: Rosemary Oil
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary Oil Morocco Rosmarinus officinalis
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Description
Rosemary oil is extracted from Rosmarinus officinalis, originally from Asia, but now cultivated in Mediterranean countries, in particular Spain (30-35 tonnes), Morocco (30 tonnes) and Tunisia (70 tonnes).
Rosemary has tiny pale blue blossoms from December through spring, and it can grow to close to 2 metres in height. During this time the plant is harvested and dried before distillation.
Rosemary is very popular in the Mediterranean region as a culinary herb. Many dishes are cooked with rosemary oil and freshly plucked rosemary leaves. Rosemary essential oil is mostly extracted from the leaves.
Besides its culinary uses, rosemary oil is one of the most popular essential oils for its wide range of health benefits. The many benefits are thought to include, stimulate hair growth, boost mental activity, relieve respiratory problems and reduce pain.
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Rosmarinus officinalis
- Origin: Morocco
- Crop Season: All Year
- Plant/part used: Fresh flowering tops/leaves/herb
- Method of extraction: Steam Distillation
- TSCA CAS: 8000-25-7
- EINECS CAS: 84604-14-8
- EINECS: 283-291-9
- INCI Name: Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil
- Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow mobile liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Herbal camphor woody balsam
- Density: 0.895 - 0.920
- Refractive index: 1.464 -1.473
- Optical rotation: -5° to +8°
- Chemical constituents: Pinene, Camphor, Borneol, Terpineol, Caryophyllene
- Fragrance usage: max 10%
- Flavour usage: max. 40 ppm
- IFRA: Restricted by IFRA
- Allergens: Contains fragrance allergens
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Latest Market Information August 1, 2024
Rosemary prospers in warm climates and is native to southern Europe, Asia Minor, and hills along the Mediterranean seacoast. It flourishes in sunlight. The greater the intensity of sunlight, the stronger the aroma and flavour of the herb. Rosemary is an adaptable plant that can grow in any soil type. Though it needs well-drained soil to prosper, On average, a rosemary plant lives for 10 years, though some may survive for a couple of decades. Rosemary oil is extracted from the dried leaves of the plant. The oil is primarily used as a food seasoning. Though aromatic oil also has medicinal benefits, researchers are using the oil in the development of new medicines. Due to its antioxidant nature, it is also used in skincare to treat acne and as an anti-aging product. It also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. There is a shortage of crops and very high demand. The oil price is staying firm.
Market prices : USD 94.00 /kilo -
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