EU_Declaration_91017.pdf
Botanical Name: Azadirachta Indica Common name: Neem tree,&nb Read More
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Botanical Name: |
Azadirachta Indica |
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Common name: |
Neem tree, Margosa tree |
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Plant family: |
Meliaceae |
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Genus: |
Azadirachta |
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Appearance/Color: |
A soft waxy formulation having a yellowish to brown color |
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Origin: |
India |
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Source: |
Seeds |
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Method of Extraction: |
Cold Pressed |
Azadirachta indica, commonly called neem tree or margosa tree, is native to tropical, dry, deciduous/evergreen forests of Burma, India and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), but has for many years been cultivated throughout India, Malaysia and Pakistan. It is a medium sized tree that grows to 50-75' (less frequently to 100') tall with a dense, round to oval crown. It is evergreen but may temporarily lose its leaves in protracted drought conditions. Compound pinnate leaves (6-12") have 8-18 serrated medium to dark green leaflets (each to 3" long). White fragrant flowers in drooping panicles to 10" long bloom in spring. Trees are polygamous (both bisexual flowers and male flowers exist on the same plant). Edible fruit is a smooth olive-like drupe. Each fruit contains one (rarely 2-3) elongated seeds. Neem trees are sacred in their native land. Almost every part of the tree has some uses. Durable wood (mahagony family) is used for furniture and lumber. Leaves and bark are used in teas, cosmetics, toothpaste, pet care and medicinal preparations. Dried leaves are used to deter moth. Twigs are used as tooth brushes. Neem oil is a broad spectrum botanical insecticide, repellent and fungicide. It is also used for a variety of additional purposes including machinery lubricant, lamp fuel and for soaps and cosmetics. Neem cake is used as a fertilizer and a nematicide.
Neem tree has been widely planted as a shade tree in hot, drought prone areas and has over time been introduced to tropical areas around the world. Interesting container plant for indoors.
Best known as a proven remedy in Ayurveda, Neem oil has made a remarkable presence for many other health benefits. Generally, neem oil is considered as a powerful source to restore energy by detoxifying toxins from the body. Besides bringing relaxation, our essential oil is also famous for treating many skin diseases without leaving any side effects.
Essential oils are distilled from the aromatic leaves, bark, and roots of plants. If applied to the skin directly, they can cause reactions, such as severe irritation, redness or burning.
Carrier oils and essential oils are made from plants. Carrier oils are used to dilute essential oils and “carry” them to skin. That’s because essential oils are potent and can cause irritation when applied directly to skin. Most carrier oils are unscented or lightly scented and don’t interfere with an essential oil’s therapeutic properties. They may be used alone or with other oils to nourish skin.
Carrier oils are used to dilute the essential oils and help “carry” them into the skin. Aloe vera gels and unscented body lotion are also sometimes used as carriers.
To be used in aromatherapy, it is recommended that the oil is obtained through cold pressing. In this process, the oil is extracted by crushing the plants. Users claim that the fragile nutrients in the oil can be damaged if they are extracted with heat. Venkatramna’s carrier Oils are extracted from the Cold Pressed method to retain their properties.
Common Usage: Aromatherapy
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
· General: Product is non-toxic
· Acute LD50: No Data Available
· Carcinogenicity: Not carcinogenic
· Mutagenicity: No Data Available
· Inhalation: Not applicable
· Skin Contact: Not applicable
· Eye Contact: May irritate eyes.
· Ingestion: Not applicable
· Chronic Toxicity: Not applicable
· Reproductive Toxicity: Not applicable
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
· Biodegradability: Biodegradable
· Precautions: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground and surface water.
To be used under normal, good working procedures, avoid spillage in the environment. Whenever possible recover spilled product. When product must be discarded, do so into an authorized dump or recycling service station. act in accordance with local & national regulations
