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Botonical Name | : | Cedrus atlantica | |
CAS # | : | 8000-27-9 | |
Country of Origin | : | India | |
Color & Odor | : | Yellowish to Orange with a very distinctive warm, woody aroma. | |
Solubility | : | Insoluble in water | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.910 - 0.945 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | +34 – +54 @ 20°C | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.495 - 1.505 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | >100 °C | |
Major Constituents | : | Cedrol ã-atlantone cedrene Himachalene | |
Plant Part Used | : | Wood | |
Extraction Method | : | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION:
Evergreen plant Atlas Cedar is the source of Atlas Cedarwood Oil. Featured with bluish green or blue needles, the extracted oil of this plant can be easily blended with other essential oils like orange, frankincense, cedar wood, rose, ylang ylang and neroli. The medicinal properties of this oil are effective in curing a number of health conditions associated with cellulite and bronchitis to name a few. This oil is used as an important element to formulate insect repellants. CONSTITUENTS:
The obtained oil contains compounds like cedrol sequiterpenes, himachalene (5.1-8.6%), ß-himachalene (23.4-40.4%), terpenic hydrocarbons, a-himachalene (7.4-16.4%) and (E)-a-atlantone (5.2-29.5%). AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
Middle note fragrance of this essential oil has distinctive sweet smell that resembles to the aroma of wood extracted aromatic oils. The scent of this oil is stronger than Virginian Cedarwood. Its pleasant smell reminds about mothballs. BLENDS WITH:
Atlas Cedarwood Oil can be mixed with other essential oils like bergamot, cedarwood, frankincense, juniper berry, citrus oils that include grapefruit oils, floral oils, bergamot clove, clary sage, rosewood, neroli, rose, rosemary, orange, ylang ylang, herbal oils and lavender. COMMON NAMES:
Atlas Cedarwood Oil is also referred as Atlas cedarwood, Weeping blue Atlas cedar and cedar oil. USES:
This aromatic oil is beneficial for treating bronchitis, acne and cellulite reduction. It is also required to formulate insect repellant. Versatile Applications Across Industries
Cedarwood Oil Atlas is highly regarded not only in aromatherapy for its relaxing scent but also in perfumery, cosmetics, and soap manufacturing for its unique, woody fragrance. Its solubility in alcohol and oils makes it adaptable for a variety of personal care and wellness products. The oils long shelf life and safe usage profile ensure it maintains its quality across extensive uses.
Steam Distillation for Maximum Purity
The oil is obtained through a careful steam distillation process from the wood of Cedrus atlantica. This method preserves its natural aromatic compounds and ensures high purity. The result is a therapeutic grade essential oil with a potent scent aesthetic and beneficial properties for topical and aromatic applications.
