Terpineol Oil

Botanical Name	:	Pinus
Common Method Of Extraction	:	Distillation fraction
Parts Used	:	Leaves
Note Classification	:	Middle
Aroma	:	Strong, dry-balsamic, turpentine-like

Extraction :
This oil is extracted through distillation fraction of pine leaves

Chemical Composition :
Terpineol is a mixture of isomeric forms of alpha- (88 -89%), beta- (1-2%) and gamma (9-10%)

Essential Oil Information :
Terpineol oil is a naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol. This is one of the bulk spices, produced more than thousand tons every year for wide use as flavoring agent and in personal care products such as soaps and synthetic detergents.

Oil Properties :
The oil is viscous and transparent liquid in appearance and gets easily crystallized. Terpineol oil is highly soluble in alcohol and ether but slightly soluble in water.

Therapeutic Properties :
Antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic

Blends Well With : Alcohol and ether

Summary :
This is a naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol with a pleasant odor similar to lilac. It is used as a fragrant compound in cosmetics, perfumes and flavors. It gets easily crystallized and appears to be viscous oily liquid. Industrially, it is produced by direct hydration of the terpene hydrocarbons contained in oil or by dehydration of terpene hydrate.

Precautions :
The oil should be kept in tightly closed container, in a dry and well-ventilated place

Shipping Options :
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