Eucalyptus oil is a widely used essential oil with applications across various industries. As the demand for candies and chewing gum continues to grow, eucalyptus oil has become an important ingredient in flavoring formulations and food-related products. Its fresh, clean, and invigorating aroma also makes it a popular choice in fragrance applications.
In the personal care and household products sectors, eucalyptus oil is commonly used in toothpaste, oral care formulations, cosmetics, and cleaning products. It also contributes a distinctive refreshing note to perfumes and fragrance blends. In addition, eucalyptus oil is utilized in pharmaceutical and healthcare-related products due to its characteristic aroma and antimicrobial properties, particularly in formulations designed for respiratory care.
| Boiling point | 200 °C |
| density | 0.909 g/mL at 25 °C |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.46 |
| FEMA | 2466 | EUCALYPTUS OIL (EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LABILLE) |
| Fp | 135 °F |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Colourless to pale yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. eucalyptus |
| Odor Type | herbal |
| Dielectric constant | 4.8399999999999999 |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-9(2)8-4-6-10(3,11-9)7-5-8/h8H,4-7H2,1-3H3 |
| InChIKey | WEEGYLXZBRQIMU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C12(C)CCC(CC1)C(C)(C)O2 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 8000-48-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Eucalyptus oil (8000-48-4) |
| Hazard Codes | Xi |
| Risk Statements | 10-38 |
| Safety Statements | 16-26-36 |
| RIDADR | UN 1993 3/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | LE2530000 |
| HazardClass | 3.2 |
| PackingGroup | III |
| HS Code | 33012960 |
| toxicity | The acute oral LD50 value of eucalyptol was reported as 2480 mg/kg in the rat (Jenner, Hagan, Taylor, Cook & Fitzhugh, 1964). The acute dermal LD50 in rabbits exceeded 5 g/kg (Moreno, 1973). |
Eucalyptus oil is widely utilized in pharmaceutical and personal care formulations due to its characteristic aroma and antimicrobial properties. It is commonly incorporated into products designed to support respiratory comfort, including nasal sprays, cough syrups, and topical balms intended to ease feelings of congestion and breathing discomfort.
In aromatherapy, eucalyptus oil is valued for its fresh, invigorating scent, which helps create a refreshing atmosphere. It is also used in massage oils and wellness treatments to promote relaxation and soothe tired muscles after physical activity. Additionally, eucalyptus oil may be included in skincare formulations designed to calm the appearance of irritated skin and in massage blends intended to provide temporary relief from muscle and joint discomfort. Beyond personal care and wellness applications, eucalyptus oil is also used as an ingredient in certain insect-repellent and insect-control products.
