Description

Galangal Root Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the rhizomes of *Alpinia officinarum*, valued for its warm, spicy, and slightly woody aromatic profile. This natural extract is a key ingredient for imparting authentic flavor and fragrance notes, meeting the demand for clean-label and natural solutions. It serves industries requiring high-quality botanical ingredients for flavoring, fragrance compounding, and functional applications.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Used as a key top or middle note in perfumery and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages for its spicy, peppery character.
• Natural Food & Beverage: Imparts authentic galangal flavor in sauces, marinades, soups, alcoholic beverages, and ethnic cuisine products.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, massage oils, and personal care products for its warming and stimulating aromatic properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a natural fragrance component in soaps, lotions, and skincare formulations.
• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical: Utilized in traditional medicine formulations and dietary supplements for its potential bioactive properties.
• Household Products: Adds a fresh, spicy scent to natural cleaning products and air fresheners.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galangal Root Oil
CAS No.	8024-40-6
Molecular Formula	Not applicable for a natural essential oil mixture
Molecular Weight	Not applicable for a natural essential oil mixture
Synonyms	Galangal Oil; Lesser Galangal Oil; Alpinia Oil; Chinese Ginger Oil; Galanga Oil; Rhizoma Galangae Oil; *Alpinia officinarum* Hance Oil; Essence of Galangal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Galangal Root Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality, aroma, and composition. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and can provide material compliant with relevant standards for natural extracts. Each batch is analyzed using GC/MS to verify its chemical profile. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and organoleptic properties is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellowish-brown liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, spicy, aromatic
Relative Density (20°C)	0.860 - 0.890
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.490
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-5° to +5°
Identification (GC/MS)	Conforms to typical profile of *Alpinia officinarum*
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in water

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