EUCALYPTUS CITRIODORA
REFERENCES
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora syn Corymbia citriodora
CAS Number: 8000-48-4
EINECS Number: 286-249-8
Product Code: AFE003011
INCI Name: Eucalyptus citriodora (Lemon Eucalyptus) Oil

OVERVIEW

Eucalyptus Citriodora Commonly known as lemon-scented eucalyptus. The oil has a strong fresh citronella-like odor with a sweet balsamic undertone. Very effective insect repellent due to a higher citronellal content than citronella. Appears to have bacteriostatic activity towards Staphylococcus aureus due to the synergy between citronellol and citronellal present in this oil. It is considered analgesic, calming, sedative and anti-hypertensive.

Eucalyptus oil is made from leaves of selected eucalyptus tree species which has perfumery, industrial and medicinal uses.. The trees belong to the plant family Myrtaceae, which is native to Australia, Tasmania and nearby islands. The essential oil is used in soap and cosmetic industries. It is an effective substitute for java citronellol, hydroxyl citronellal and menthol. The oil is used in germicides and disinfectants to improve the odour. It is used as an antiseptic, especially in the treatment of infections of the upper respiratory tract and in certain types of skin diseases. In 1992, the world eucalyptus oil production was estimated to be 4000 tons of which 60-70 % was consumed in medicinal market. The eucalyptus oil is powerful antiseptic and used all over the world for treatment of cough and cold, sore throat and other infections. The main constituents in the E. oleosa stems essential oil were 1,8- cineole (31.5%), trans-pinocarveol (9.9%), p-cymene (6.8%), γ-eudesmol (5.6%), α-pinene (5.2%), limonene (4.2%), pinocarvone (3.5%) and spathulenol (3.5%).

APPEARANCE
Colourless to pale yellow liquid

ODOUR
Fresh, lemon, sweet-camphoraceos

ORIGINAL PLANT
Eucalyptus citriodora syn Corymbia citriodora

CAS NUMBER
8000-48-4

FEMA NUMBER
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EINECS NUMBER
286-249-8

PRODUCT CODE
AFE003011

SYNONYM
Lemon-scented Gum, Blue-spotted Gum

PARTS USED
Leaves and twigs

EXTRACTION METHOD
Steam Distillation

SHELF LIFE
24 Months

FLASHPOINT 
80°C

SPECIFIC GRAVITY
0.858-0.890 @ 20°C

REFRACTIVE INDEX 
1.448-1.464 @ 20°C

QUALITY
100% Pure and Natural

SOLUBILITY
Insoluble in Water; soluble in alcohols

RELIEVES COUGH
Eucalyptus oil is one of the most effective essential oils for cough because it works as an expectorant, cleansing your body of the microorganisms and toxins that are making you cough and feel lousy. Eucalyptus oil also makes it feel easier to breathe when you’re feeling stuffed up and your nose is running.

FIGHTS INFECTIONS
Several studies show that eucalyptus oil and its main component, eucalyptol, have antimicrobial effects against many strains of bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Eucalyptus can be used aromatically or topically to fight the microorganisms that make you sick. This is why eucalyptus oil benefits include its ability to boost your immune system. A lab study published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine found that eucalyptus oil displayed inhibitory effects against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus (which can cause a staph infection).

ALLEVIATES HEADACHES
Eucalyptus oil is one of the best essential oils for headaches because it may alleviate sinus pressure that can cause a lot of pain and tension. It also has invigorating properties that can boost mental clarity and promote relaxation of tense facial muscles, which is helpful when you are suffering from a headache caused by stress or exhaustion. These results seem to be most pronounced when eucalyptus oil is combined with peppermint oil and a carrier.

BOOSTS MENTAL CLARITY
Eucalyptus oil has invigorating, soothing and purifying properties, which is why it can be used to boost energy and mental clarity. It may help to clear your airways, allow more oxygen into your lungs and relieve brain fog.

OTHER BENEFITS
Eucalyptus oil works as an expectorant that helps to unclog your respiratory tract and has antimicrobial properties, it works as a great tool for skin irritations such as wounds, cuts, burns, sores and even insect bites.