Description

Marjoram Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the flowering tops and leaves of the *Origanum majorana* plant, prized for its warm, herbaceous, and slightly camphoraceous aroma. This natural extract is a versatile ingredient valued for its aromatic, flavoring, and potential wellness-supporting properties. It serves as a key component for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, aromatherapy, personal care, and nutraceutical industries seeking high-quality, natural botanical inputs.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: Used as a top or middle note in perfumery and as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products, imparting a characteristic herbaceous and spicy character.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, massage oils, and inhalation products for its reputed calming and soothing aromatic benefits.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: A functional ingredient in soaps, lotions, creams, and bath products for its natural scent and potential skin-conditioning properties.
• Natural Product Manufacturing: Serves as a raw material for dietary supplements, herbal extracts, and other botanical-based wellness products.
• Household Products: Used to scent natural cleaning products, detergents, and air fresheners.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: May be used in the research and development of phytopharmaceuticals due to its bioactive compound profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Marjoram Oil
CAS No.	8015-01-8
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main components include Terpinen-4-ol, γ-Terpinene, Sabinene
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Sweet Marjoram Oil; Majoram Oil; *Origanum majorana* Oil; Essence of Marjoram; Oil of Sweet Marjoram; Marjolaine Oil; Herba Majoranae Oil
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Marjoram Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and authenticity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to verify composition and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific parameters is provided with each batch, ensuring traceability and compliance with relevant standards for natural products.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, minimize headspace and consider storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, herbaceous, spicy
Relative Density (20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+14° to +24°
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	Terpinen-4-ol: 20-35% (Typical)
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol and fixed oils; insoluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.