Myrrh Oil
- CAS No.
- 8016-37-3
- Chemical Name:
- Myrrh Oil
- Synonyms
- MYRRH;FEMA 2766;MYRRH RESINOID;OILMYRRH;Myrrh oi;MYRRH OIL;GUM MYRRH;Oils,myrrh;Myrrhresin;MyrrhResinoidA
- CBNumber:
- CB5261008
- Molecular Formula:
- Molecular Weight:
- 0
- MDL Number:
- MFCD00240996
- MOL File:
- Mol file
- MSDS File:
- SDS
| Boiling point | 220 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.003 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| refractive index |
n |
| FEMA | 2766 | MYRRH OIL (COMMIPHORA SPP.) |
| Flash point | >230 °F |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. balsamic woody musty amber spicy toffee gourmand |
| Odor Type | balsamic |
| Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) | MYRRH, OIL (COMMIPHORA SPP.) |
| FDA 21 CFR | 172.510; 310.545 |
| EWG's Food Scores | 1 |
| FDA UNII | H74221J5J4 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Oils, myrrh (8016-37-3) |
SAFETY
Risk and Safety Statements
| Symbol(GHS) |    GHS08,GHS07,GHS02 |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statements | H304-H226-H302 |
| Precautionary statements | P264-P270-P301+P312-P330-P501 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| TSCA | TSCA listed |
| Toxicity | Acute toxicity. The acute oral LD 50 value in rats was reported as 1-65 g/kg (1-40-1-90 g/kg) (Moreno, 1973). |
Myrrh Oil Chemical Properties, Uses, Production
Description
Refer to MYRRH, GUM.
Chemical Properties
The oil, obtained by steam distillation of the gum, in approximately 3 to 8% yields. It has a pungent, balsamic, warm odor and corresponding flavor. The oil tends to darken and thicken on exposure to air and light.
Chemical Properties
Myrrh oil is obtained from the gum by steam distillation; it is a light brown or
green liquid with the characteristic odor of the gum.
d2525 0.995–1.014; n20D 1.5190–1.5275; α20D 83 ° to 60 °; acid number: 2–13;
saponification number: 9–35; solubility: 1 vol in 7–10 vol of 90% ethanol; solutions
are occasionally opalescent or turbid.
Typical aroma-determining compounds of themyrrh plant are furanosesquiterpenoids
such as ()-lindestrene. Myrrh oil and myrrh
resinoids are used in perfume compositions to create oriental notes.Myrrh extract
and Myrrh tincture are also utilized in oral care and corresponding preparations.
Physical properties
The oil is a light-brown to green liquid. It is soluble in most fixed oils, but is only slightly soluble in mineral oil. It is insoluble in glycerin and in propylene glycol. Under the influence of air and light, the oil becomes darker in color and more viscous
Occurrence
Found in several species of gum-resin Commiphora (fam. Burseraceae), mainly C. myrrha, C. abyssinica and C. schiniperi.
Uses
Myrrh traditionally has been used internally to treat upper respiratory congestion, pharyngitis, gingivitis, mouth ulcers, stomatitis, leprosy, syphilis, and leg ulcers. Topically, it is used to treat wounds, decubitus ulcers, and hemorrhoids. Contemporary use is mostly limited to fl avoring in foods and fragrance in cosmetic products.
Definition
Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. Commiphora, Burseraceae.
Preparation
By steam distillation of the gum.
Essential oil composition
Main constituents include d-pinene, dipentene, limonene, cinnamaldehyde, cuminaldehyde, eugenol, m-cresol, sesquiterpenes and formic and acetic acids.
Myrrh Oil Preparation Products And Raw materials
| Supplier | Tel | Country | ProdList | Advantage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Chemical | 400-0056266 | sales8178@energy-chemical.com | China | 44850 | 61 |
| Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corp. | 021-021-021-67601398-809-809-809 15221380277 | marketing_china@spectrumchemical.com | China | 9643 | 60 |
| Beijing HuaMeiHuLiBiological Chemical | 010-56205725 | waley188@sohu.com | China | 12323 | 58 |
| Sichuan Wei Keqi Biological Technology Co., Ltd. | 028-81700200 18116577057 | 3003855609@qq.com | China | 7717 | 56 |
| Hubei Jusheng Technology Co.,Ltd | 027-59599241 18871490274 | 1400878000@qq.com | China | 9506 | 58 |
| Watson Biotechnology Co.,Ltd | 027-59207879 1972026995 18140587686 | sales@3600chem.com | China | 4175 | 55 |
| Shanghai YuanYe Biotechnology Co., Ltd. | 15026964105 | 2881489226@qq.com | China | 89667 | 60 |
| Beijing Solarbio Science & Tecnology Co., Ltd. | 17801761073 18101056239 | 3193328036@qq.com | China | 28150 | 68 |
| Shenzhen Sendi Biological Technology Co., Ltd. | 18124570582 TEL：0755-23574479 2355327139 | siliao02@yccreate.com | China | 6102 | 58 |
| Hebei Chuanghai Biotechnology Co,.LTD | +86-86-13131129325 | sales1@chuanghaibio.com | China | 5214 | 58 |
View Latest Price from Myrrh Oil manufacturers
| Image | Update time | Product | Price | Min. Order | Purity | Supply Ability | Manufacturer | |
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2026-05-28 | Myrrh Oil
8016-37-3
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$8.70 | 10kg | 99% | 10000kg | Hebei Chuanghai Biotechnology Co,.LTD | |
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2026-02-02 | Myrrh Oil
8016-37-3
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$1.00 | 1g | 99% | 50tons | Shaanxi Dideu Medichem Co. Ltd | |
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2025-05-23 | Myrrh Oil
8016-37-3
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$150.00 | 1kg | 99% | 500kg | Hebei Zhuanglai Chemical Trading Co Ltd |
