MSDS-Marjoram1.pdf
Botanical Name: Marjorana Hortensis L Common name: Origanum&n Read More
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Botanical Name: |
Marjorana Hortensis L |
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Common name: |
Origanum majorana L, |
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Plant family: |
Lamiaceae |
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Genus: |
Origanum |
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Appearance/Color: |
Pale yellow liquid having thin and clear consistency |
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Odor: |
Marjoram essential oil lies in middle aroma category thus provides slightly spicy and warm aroma similar to nutmeg |
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Blends With: |
Lavender, Orange, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Elemi, Tea Tree, Rosewood, Basil, Chamomile, Thyme oils and other spice oils like Cardamom and Nutmeg. |
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Origin: |
Egypt |
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Source: |
Freshly dried flowering plant |
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam Distillation |
Marjoram is a perennial herb from the mint family. The oil is strictly processed from the extracts of flowering tops of the marjoram plant by using steam distillation method. This oil is sweet and used as a surprising curative punch for different types of ailments.
Majorana hortensis (M.) (Sweet marjoram) of the Labiatae family, is indigenous to mediterranean countries and was known to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. They cultivated it as a pot herb and used it not only to flavor food but also prized it as a miraculous herb with the power to heal practically all diseases, especially colds and chills.
Romans and Greeks citizens consider this organically extracted marjoram essential oil as the herb of happiness, fertility and beauty. In addition, the herb and its processed oil is used in kitchens to add flavors to the different recipes.
Marjoram is well known for its medicinal properties, Its was initially used by Hippocrates as an antiseptic agent. It was introduced in the middle ages in Europe and Greece. To the ancient Greeks, it was ‘amarakos’, a symbol of love, honour and happiness. Aristotle reported it as an anti-poison. In the old Egypt, marjoram was used to disinfect and preserve food and its oil was massaged on the forehead and in the hairs. Dioscorides named it as “sampsouchon”. The people of Europe used to rub the leaves of the herb on oak pieces of furniture and floors to get fragrant glow over it. Marjoram essential oil has tremendous health benefits as it cures Nausea, Asthma, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Heartburn, etc.
Marjoram Essential Oil Sweet in Pharma
Marjorana hortensis is valued in Indian traditional systems of medicine for improving antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, stimulant, and expectorant and nerve tonic rheumatic habits, stimulates moreover the blood circulation, nerve habits, muscle pain, muscle rheumatism, arthritis, flu, cold, bronchitis, stucked cough, asthma, hiccups, slow digestion, bad appetite, menstruation problems, low blood pressure, worm infections, cramps, mould infections, the present review is an up-to-date and comprehensive literature analysis of the chemistry, ethno pharmacology and therapeutically uses of Marjorana hortensis.
Essence of Marjoram Essential Sweet Oil
Majorana hortensis Moench is an aromatic plant whose importance as a natural medicine has been known since time immemorial. Its essential oil is used in perfumery because of its spicy herbaceous notes and also in the manufacture of fungicides, pharmaceutical and industrial products. Volatile oil is used as an aromatic stimulant in colic, dyspepsia, flatulence and dysmenorrhoea. In the food industry it is mainly used as a spice in sausages but its use in baked goods, processed vegetables, condiments, soups, snack foods and gravies is also reported.
COMMON USAGE
· Cures twitches
· Treats infections
· Curbs sexual desires
· Treats indigestion
· Reduces bacterial infections
· Improves Cognitive Functions
· Good for Cordial Effect
· Promotes digestion
· Stimulates urination
· Promotes sweating
· Works as Emenagogue
· Treats fungal infections
· Ensures quick wound healing
Ingredients:
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S.No |
Key Constituents |
Strength (%) |
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1 |
Linalyl acetate |
7.4–10.5 |
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2 |
Terpinen-4-ol |
16.4–31.6 |
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3 |
g-Terpinene |
7.3–9.8 |
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4 |
a-Terpineol |
3.8–8.3 |
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5 |
(Z)-Sabinene hydrate |
7.1–13.8 |
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6 |
(E)-Sabinene hydrate |
2.4–6.7 |
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7 |
a-Terpinene |
3.0–5.9 |
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8 |
Terpinen-4-yl acetate |
2.3–5.7 |
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9 |
p-Cymene |
2.2–5.3 |
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10 |
Sabinene |
3.0–5.3 |
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11 |
Terpinolene |
2.0–2.8 |
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12 |
Linalool |
1.7-3.3 |
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Safety Summary
· Hazards: Not Known
Organ Specific Effects
· Acute toxicity: Oral DL 50 (rat) =>5000 mg/kg Dermal DL 50 (rabbit) =>5000 mg/kg
· Skin corrosion/irritation: May be irritating to skin.
· Serious eye damage/irritation: May be irritating to eyes. Prompt rinsing and removal of the substance will avoid damage. Respiratory sensitization: Breathing high concentrations of vapor may cause anesthetic effects.
· Germ cell mutagenicity: Not specified
· Carcinogenicity: IARH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
· ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
· NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
· OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
· Reproductive toxicity: Not specified
· STOT-single exposure: Not specified
· STOT-related exposure: Not specified
· Aspiration hazard: Not specified
· Information on the likely routes of exposure: Skin/scalp contact.
· Symptoms related to the physical, chemical, and toxicological characteristics: None known. Irritation of the eye if exposed: Redness of the skin if irritated.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
· Toxicity
o Acute fish toxicity: LC50 / 96 HOUR – No data available
o Toxicity to aquatic plants – No data available
o Toxicity to microorganisms – No data available
o Toxicity threshold – No data available
· Persistence and degradability: Biodegradation is expected
· Bio-accumulative potential: Bioaccumulation is unlikely
· Mobility in soil: Unknown
Avoid exposure to marine environments and waterways
