CALAMUS OIL

The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the dried comminuted rhizomes of Acorus calamus L.

1.      Organoleptic Properties:

Appearance                :      Slightly viscous liquid.

Color                          :      Yellow to yellowish brown.

Aroma                        :      Warm woody-spicy.

2.     Physico-chemical properties:

Specific gravity           :      1.0695 to 1.0795 at 23⁰ C.

Optical rotation           :      [-] 0.2⁰ to [-] 0.5⁰ at 23⁰ C.

Refractive index          :      1.5335 to 1.5589 at 23⁰ C.

Acid number               :      0.6 to 2.5

Ester number              :      2 to 12

Ester number

after acetylation          :      8.5 to 12

Solubility                    :      Soluble in 0.4 to 1.5 volumes of 80% alcohol.

3.     Packing :

Epoxy-coated metallic barrels - 10kg, 25 kg, 50 kg, 100 kg capacities.

4.     Use:

(a)      In perfumes of the woody oriental type; in spice blends and flavors for alcoholic beverages.

(b)      Aromatherapeutic uses:

Calamus causes increased dilation of spleenic vessels, an important factors in regulating blood pressure.

Caution:

Do not use this oil to pregnant and children.