Source |
Phytoextraction |
Type |
power |
|
C10H18O |
Production |
5000t |
Useseucalyptol is considered an antiseptic. This is a monoterpene compound that provides the fragrance associated with the essential oil of eucalyptus. eucalyptol is also used to fragrance cosmetic preparations.
Usesanthelminthic, antiseptic, expectorant
UsesLabelled 1,8-Cineol, the chief constituent of oil of eucalyptus. Used as pharmaceutic aid (flavor).
Uses1,8-Cineol is the chief constituent of oil of eucalyptus. Used as pharmaceutic aid (flavor).
UsesPharmaceutic aid (flavor).
PreparationBy fractional distillation (170 to 180°C) from those essential oils containing high levels of eucalyptol, such as Eucalyptus globulus (approx. 60%), and subsequent separation of the product by congealing the distillate.