| ≥1 piece |
Introduction
Cinnamon oil has been known from time immemorial and has its own place in the history of medicine and kitchen. It is the bark of the Cinnamon tree(Cinnamomum cassia, Cinnamomum zeylanicum). With its origin being India and Ceylon (Sri lanka), cinnamon is being cultivated in almost all the tropical regions of the world. Though available throught the year, Cinnamon is mostly used in the winter and colder regions owing to its spicy and warm flavour.It has its own prominence in Ayurveda (The Traditional Indian Medicinal System). Cinnamon has been in use in almost all cultures for treating menstruation, Cold, Yeast Infection, Arthritis, Diarrhoea and Digestive problems.Cinnamon is the important source of Calcium(Ca), Iron(Fe), andManganese(Mn). It can also be quoted under the following Anti-"Stringent, Bacterial, Fungal, Microbial and Clotting" properties.
Cinnamon Oil is extracted by crushing and distilling cinnamon. The active components in this oil are Cinnamaldehyde, Cinnamyl Acetate, Cinnamyl Alcohol and many other polyphenolic polymers.
Specification
| Botanical Name | Cinnamomum cassia, |
| Common Name | Cinnamon Oil |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Mode Of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Active Components | Cinnamaldehyde, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Cinnamyl Acetate, Eugenol |
| Description | Clear Transparent Liquid |
| Appearance | Yellowish or Brownish Liquid |
| OrganolepticProperties | Sweet Burning Spicy Smell & Taste |
| Refractive Index | 1.6020 - 1.6060 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.045 - 1.063 |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water. |
| Storage | Well Closed in Air Tight containers away from sunlight and heat. Amber colour Glass containers are preferable |
Health Benefits
Cinnamaldehyde - Anti Clogging Property, Protects Cells from Oxidative Damage and supports Fat and Cholesterol balance.
Polyphenolic Polymers - Maintain Blood Glucose Level
Cinnamon's Fragrance - Triggers Brain FunctionCinnamon's
Calcium & Fibre - Favours Heart and Colon's wellbeing