~ Eugenia Cariophyllata ~

Native to Indonesia, now cultivated in the Philippines, Molucca Islands, Madagascar and the West Indies. This slim evergreen grows up to 12 meters in height. Cloves are the corollas at the end of the rainy season.

Uses:

• A premium mould buster, combine with alcohol then spray and wipe timber and leather furniture, shoes, belts, jackets etc. Blend with eucalyptus essential oil in room diffuser to help deal with airborne mould.

• Clove is supportive; it aids the digestive system. Remedy sore gums by adding a small amount to a cotton bud and gently applying. Do not ingest! Rinse out afterwards.

• Also works as an insect repellent.

Directions:
Use in oil burner: add a few drops to water. Mix with water for use as insect repellent

Botanical Name:
Eugenia cariophyllata

Oil Characteristics:
Pale to light golden color with a medium, slightly oily consistency. In perfumery it's a middle note and has a spicy, slightly woodsy aroma.

Chemical Characteristics:
eugenol 80 - 90% eugenyl acetate 3 - 12% isoeugenol - trace caryophyllene 6 - 15% isocaryophyllene 2 - 2%

Chemical Profile:
eugenol 80 - 90% eugenyl acetate 3 - 12% isoeugenol - trace caryophyllene 6 - 15% isocaryophyllene 2 - 2%

Physical Properties:
Specific Gravity @ 25° - 1.038 - 1.060 Refractive Index- 1.527 - 1.535 Optical Rotation- (-) 1.5 ° - 0 °

Production Method:
Steam Distillation- Bud

Warnings:
Caution should be taken when using Essential Oils. Do not use any oils without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. All Essential Oils should be kept out of the reach of children. Possible skin irritant; Test on small area of skin and dilute if necessary, before use.NOT TO BE TAKEN INTERNALLY