Myrtus Communis Oil
Alias
Oils, myrtle
Myrtle oil
Category
Natural surfactants-Essential oils
CAS No.
8008-46-6
Structural Formula
Properties
Appearance: liquid.
Solubility: insoluble in water.
Stability: stable.
Risk: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
Animal toxicity[1]: guinea pig skin LD50: > 5000mg/Kg;
mouse oral LD50: 2230mg/Kg;
rat oral LD50: 3800mg/Kg.
Ecology: may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability: biodegradable.
Characteristics: excellent masking, adsorbing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality standards & test methods
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physical and chemical indexes
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Actives, %, ≥
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95
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Major Uses
Use as perfume.
Masking agent, perfume, tonic in personal care products.
Manufacturers
References
[1]:http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/: 8008-46-6