NUTMEG OIL

	Botanical Name	:	Myristica fragrans
	Common Name	:	Nutmeg essential oil, Myristica fragrans oil
	CAS #	:	8008-45-5 , F.E.M.A. : 2793
	Plant Parts Used	:	Leaves & Twigs
	Extraction Method	:	Steam Distillation
	Color & Odor	:	Pale yellow clear liquid with spicy, woody, nutmeg fragrance

Description :
A spreading deciduous evergreen tree 15 to 20-meters (49 to 66 ft) high, with dark green leaves, yellow flowers without petals and large yellowish fruit. Nutmeg is the actual seed of the tree.

Constituents & Specifications :
Nutmeg oil has various chemical compounds that include monoterpene hydrocarbons, oxygenated monoterpenes, Terpinen-4-ol, Pinene, Sabinene, Cineole, Camphene, Limonene, Myristicin and Alpha Terpenene.
Specific Gravity : 0.88000 to 0.91000 @ 25°C
Refractive Index : 1.47500 to 1.48800 @ 20°C

Properties :
Analgesic, anti emetic, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiparasitic, aphrodisiaac, cardiac, larvicidal, laxative, stimulant(energetic) and tonic.

Benefits & Uses :

• Nutmeg essential oil helps in removing problems which results in arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, neralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and slow digestion. It is rejuvenating, uplifting and energizing.
• Nutmeg oil is a component in men's fragrances and spicy perfumes.
• Nutmeg oil in little quantity be used for skin care in general, any cream containing it can help with relieving muscular pains and aches, it has a good toning action on hair.