EU_Declaration97.pdf
Botanical Name: Cinnamon zeylanicum Common name: Cinnamon, Dalchini, Read More
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Botanical Name: |
Cinnamon zeylanicum |
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Common name: |
Cinnamon, Dalchini, |
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Plant family: |
Lauracae |
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Genus: |
Cinnamomum |
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Appearance/Color: |
A free-flowing liquid releasing a golden-yellow color |
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Odor: |
Pungent aroma with strong note |
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Origin: |
Sri Lanka |
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Method of
Extraction: |
Hydro Distillation |
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Concentration: |
50 Percent |
The most important cinnamon oils
in word trade are those from Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Cinnamomum
cassia, and Cinnamomum camphora. The cinnamon essential oil
composition varies depending on the geographical origin of the spice and the
processing conditions. Likewise, it has been detected slight differences
between the composition of volatile oils from buds, flowers, and fruits
from C. zeylanicum. Jayaprakasha et al. (2000) reported
that the oil from buds contains higher amounts of mono and sesquiterpenes, and
most characteristic compounds such as cinnamaldehyde are found in flowers and
fruits and in lower amounts in buds.
Cinnamon, the eternal tree of
tropical medicine, belongs to the Lauraceae family. Cinnamon is one of the most
important spices used daily by people all over the world. Cinnamon primarily
contains vital oils and other derivatives, such as cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic
acid, and cinnamate. In addition to being an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,
antidiabetic, antimicrobial, anticancer, lipid-lowering, and cardiovascular-disease-lowering
compound, cinnamon has also been reported to have activities against
neurological disorders, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases. This
review illustrates the pharmacological prospective of cinnamon and its use in
daily life.
Also known as hydrosols, floral
waters are actually a by-product of the steam distillation process used to
capture essential oils. During a normal essential oil distillation process, the
steam containing the oils is cooled to turn it into water, and the essential
oils floating on top are skimmed off and bottled. The remaining water is
considered floral water! Any floral water contains water, water-soluble
components of the plant, and trace amounts of the essential oil. This unique
composition lends each floral water a full spectrum of the essence and
properties of the botanical material from which it was derived. Though they are
most often called floral waters, hydrosols can be produced from any plant
matter like herbs, needles, leaves, woods, barks, and seeds.
Floral waters have many valuable
uses in beauty, skincare, haircare, and household products. At Venkatramna
Industries, we offer wide range of floral waters for a variety of product
applications. They can be sold as pure floral waters to be used as sprays and
spritzers, or they can be strategically blended with other ingredients to
create versatile consumer products.
COMMON USAGE
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Skincare (Cosmetics)
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Perfumery
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Safety Summary
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Hazardous: Not classified as hazrdous.
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Contraindications (Oral): Pregnancy,
breastfeeding, endometriosis, estrogen-dependant cancers, children under 5
years of Age.
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Maximum Dermal Use Level: Not Established
Organ Specific Effects
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Adverse Skin Reactions: Not known.
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Cardiovascular Effects: Not known.
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Reproductive Toxicity: Not Known
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Hepatotoxicity: Not Found
Systemic Effects
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Acute Toxicity:
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ORAL (LD50): Not Known
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DERMAL (LD50): Not known
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Subcute & Subchronic Toxicity: Skin: May
cause skin irritation. Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Ingestion: May cause
gastrointestinal tract irritation. Inhalation: Inhalation of mist or vapor may
cause respiratory tract irritation.
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Carcinogenic: Not Classified
ECOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicity: Not available
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Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous
short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation
products may arise.
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Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available
