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Basil Essential Oil (India)
Ocimum basilicum, ct. estragole · Steam distillation- Botanical Name
- Ocimum basilicum, ct. estragole
- Main Constituent
- Methyl chavicol (estragole) 73.06%
- Plant Part
- —
- Origin
- India
- Method
- Steam distillation
What Is Basil Essential Oil (India)?
For formulators specifying a single-origin essential oil, Basil Essential Oil (India) is supplied by Floral Essential Oils direct from Kannauj, India's traditional centre for aromatic extraction. Browse the wider essential oils range from Floral Essential Oils.
This grade is worked up from selected plant material of Ocimum basilicum, ct. estragole, grown in India, worked up by steam distillation. Our published typical figure for Methyl chavicol (estragole) is 73.06%, with the exact lot value stated on the accompanying COA. Retail through to drum quantities are available, all released against documentation. It is often specified alongside our natural attars (sandalwood oil based) and absolute oils.
Key Characteristics
- Estragole (methyl chavicol) — Sweet, anise-like — principal compound (Phenylpropanoid — main marker)
- Linalool — Soft, floral (Monoterpene alcohol)
- 1,8-Cineole — Fresh, camphoraceous (Oxide)
- Appearance: Colourless to pale-yellow liquid
- Produced by steam distillation
- Sourced from India
Technical Analysis
| Botanical Name | Ocimum basilicum, ct. estragole |
|---|---|
| Origin | India |
| Processing Method | Steam distillation |
| Colour / Consistency | Colourless to pale-yellow liquid |
| INCI Name | Ocimum sanctum leaf extract |
| Safety — Hazards | Estragole chemotype — use conservatively within dermal limits. |
| Safety — Contraindications | Avoid in pregnancy; caution with children. |
Published typical values for this oil. Batch figures vary — see the COA supplied with your order, or our technical information library.
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