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[alpha ]
aD25 +2 to +4° |
[Boiling point ]
236 °C(lit.)
|
[density ]
1.09 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
|
[refractive index ]
n20/D 1.536(lit.)
|
[Fp ]
225 °F
|
[color ]
Yellow to reddish-yellow liquid |
[Odor]
characteristicodor |
[Odor Type]
spicy |
[Cosmetics Ingredients Functions]
FRAGRANCE |
[Uses]
sassafras oil (Sassafras albidum) is credited with anti-septic, astringent, and stimulant properties. It is composed of approximately 80 percent saprol. Sassafras oil is obtained from the plant’s bark and root through a process of steam distillation. It may produce dermatitis in hypersensitive individuals. |
[CAS DataBase Reference]
8006-80-2 |
[EPA Substance Registry System]
Oils, sassafras(8006-80-2) |