GENERAL INTRODUCTION
| Name of Oil | TAGETES OIL |
| CAS No. | 8016-84-0 |
| Botanical Name | Tagetesminuta |
| Family of the plant | Family Compositae |
| Country of origin | India |
| Method of extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part used | Flowers |
| Shelf Life | 3 years |
Tagetes Oil
Tagetes oil is an essential oil derived from the flowers of the Tagetes minuta plant. It has a strong, herbaceous aroma with a hint of citrus undertones. The oil is known for its therapeutic properties, including its antifungal, antimicrobial, and insecticidal qualities. The active compounds found in tagetes oil, such as limonene and tagetone, are believed to have a range of health benefits, including improving skin health, reducing inflammation, and repelling insects. Tagetes oil is commonly used in aromatherapy and natural insect repellents, but should be used with caution as it can cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Technical Data Sheet
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance | Clear oily liquid |
| Colour | Yellowish orange to dark orange |
| Odour | Floral, herbaceous odour |
| Solubility | Soluble in 90% ethanol |
| Flash point | 55°C |
| Boiling Point | n/a |
| Specific gravity at 20°C | 0.8600 to 0.8950 |
| Refractive index at 20°C | 1.4790 to 1.5050 |
| Optical Rotation at20°C | +1.0° to +10.0° |
ASSAY BY GLC
ASSAY BY GLC
| Name of Constituents | % Composition | |
| Dihydrotagetone | ||
| Tagetone | ||
| Cis-Ocimene | ||
| Trans-Ocimene | ||
| Beta-Pinene |
DECLARATION
DECLARATION
The oil is 100% pure and natural, guaranteed for its excellent quality. It does not contain any kind of adulteration to the best of our knowledge. The analysis and statement herein constitute the most complete information available to us.
