Clove Bud Oil

Product Details

Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticum (Synonym: Eugenia caryophyllata)

Country of Origin: Indonesia

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Plant Part Used: Bud

Aromatic Scent: Warm, spicy, woody with a characteristic clove aroma.


Plant Description
Clove Bud Oil is extracted from the leaves of Syzygium aromaticum, an evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. The tree is native to the Maluku Islands of Indonesia, also known as the Spice Islands, and is now widely cultivated throughout Indonesia, one of the world's largest producers of cloves.

The clove tree typically grows between 10 and 15 meters in height, featuring glossy green leaves and aromatic flower buds. While the flower buds are commonly used as a culinary spice, the leaves are an important source of essential oil rich in naturally occurring Eugenol.

Clove bud are harvested throughout the year from mature trees and carefully dried before undergoing steam distillation. This process produces a high-quality essential oil with a warm, spicy aroma and a high Eugenol content. Depending on the quality of the bud and distillation conditions, the oil yield generally ranges from 1.5% to 3.0%.

Due to its consistent quality and versatile applications, Clove Leaf Oil is widely used in the cosmetics, personal care, fragrance, aromatherapy and household products industries.


Clove Bud Oil Properties
Appearance: Pale yellow to brownish yellow liquid
Odour: Warm, spicy, woody, characteristic clove aroma
Specific Gravity: 1.030 – 1.060
Refractive Index: 1.525 – 1.535
Optical Rotation: 0° to -2°
Main Components: Eugenol (Min. 80%)

The essential oil contains naturally occurring chemical constituents including Eugenol, Eugenyl Acetate, β-Caryophyllene, α-Humulene and small amounts of other sesquiterpenes that contribute to its characteristic aroma and quality.


Clove Leaf Oil Uses
Clove has been valued for centuries as one of the world's most important spices and aromatic plants. Traditionally, it has been widely used in Asia, the Middle East and Europe for culinary, fragrance and personal care applications.

Today, Clove Bud Oil is widely used by manufacturers of cosmetics, toiletries, perfumes, soaps and oral care products because of its rich spicy aroma and naturally high Eugenol content.

Typical applications include:

- Soaps and body washes
- Shampoos and hair care products
- Creams and lotions
- Massage oils
- Perfumes and fragrances
- Candles and home fragrance products
- Toothpaste and mouthwash
- Aromatherapy blends
- Household cleaning products
- Air fresheners

Clove Bud Oil blends well with many essential oils including Cinnamon Bark Oil, Cassia Oil, Sweet Orange Oil, Lemon Oil, Ginger Oil, Patchouli Oil, Cedarwood Oil and Lavender Oil, making it a versatile ingredient in fragrance and cosmetic formulations.


Precautions
Clove Bud Oil is intended for external use only.

Because of its naturally high Eugenol content, it should always be diluted before topical application. High concentrations may cause skin irritation, especially for individuals with sensitive skin.

Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor's care, consult your physician before use. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears and other sensitive areas. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and keep the container tightly closed after use.