Description
Cinnamon Oil is one of the oldest and most valued essential oils, celebrated for its warm, spicy aroma. Extracted mainly from the bark and leaves of Cinnamomum verum (true cinnamon) or Cinnamomum cassia (Chinese cinnamon), this oil plays a central role in flavoring, perfumery, food, and cleaning products.
Botanical / Technical Profile
Botanical Names: Cinnamomum verum, Cinnamomum cassia
Family: Lauraceae
Part of Plant Used: Bark and leaves
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Main Chemical Constituents:
Cinnamaldehyde (60–75%) – primary component in bark oil
Eugenol (70–85%) – dominant in leaf oil
Cinnamyl acetate, linalool, coumarin – minor compounds
Appearance & Aroma:
Bark Oil: Reddish-brown, warm, spicy, sweet aroma
Leaf Oil: Yellow to brown, spicy-clove-like aroma
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Disclaimer:
The health or medical information on this product page is for educational and informational purposes only and not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. Please consult a healthcare professional before using any essential oils, oleoresin or extracts.
