Tea tree oil Chemische Eigenschaften,Einsatz,Produktion Methoden
R-Sätze Betriebsanweisung:
R22:Gesundheitsschädlich beim Verschlucken.
R36/37/38:Reizt die Augen, die Atmungsorgane und die Haut.
S-Sätze Betriebsanweisung:
S26:Bei Berührung mit den Augen sofort gründlich mit Wasser abspülen und Arzt konsultieren.
S36:DE: Bei der Arbeit geeignete Schutzkleidung tragen.
Beschreibung
Tea tree oil is an oil from distilled leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia. Pale yellowish green oil of a warm spicy aromatic terpenic odor. Common allergens
present are D-limonene, -terpinene and aromadendrene. It is used as antiseptic; remedy for various skin and nail conditions; in household products like cleansers, laundry agents, and fabric
softeners; some perfumery uses (herbal; nutmeg; mint; pine)
Chemische Eigenschaften
Tea tree oil is obtained by steam distillation of leaves and twig tips ofMelaleuca
alternifolia Maiden & Betche ex Cheel and other Melaleuca species (Myrtaceae),
which are trees growing in Australia and Asia. It is a pale to light yellow liquid with
an earthy, spicy odor.
d
2020 0.885–0.906; n
20D 1.4750–1.4820; α
20D +5 ° to +15 °; solubility: 1 vol in max.
2 vol of 85% ethanol; GC content: cineole max. 15%, 1-terpinen-4-ol 30–48%.
Additionalmain components besides 1-terpinen-4-ol are γ-terpinene (10–28%)
and α-terpinene (5–13%).
Australia produces 200–300 t/yr, China 50–100 t/yr.
Tea tree oil is used in perfumery for creating certain nuances and for earthy
notes. Due to its well-known antiseptic (antibacterial, antifungal) properties, it is
used as an active ingredient in many cosmetic preparations.
Occurrence
Tea tree is found in Australia.
Verwenden
tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)(Australian tea tree oil) is considered a natural preservative with anti-septic, germicidal, and expectorant properties. Its anti-microbial activity toward a wide array of bacteria allows it to promote healing. It is becoming recognized as a topical remedy for yeast, fungus, and skin disorders and infections. Tea tree oil exhibits positive benefits against seborrhea, psoriasis (reduces scaling and redness), eczema (stops itching and reduces redness), and dermatitis. It has been used by Australian Aborigines to treat cuts, wounds, and skin infections, and by european explorers as an herbal tea. This oil’s ability to dissolve pus without causing visible or apparent damage to the skin’s surface was noted by doctors when using it to clean the surface of infected wounds. It is also ideal for aromatherapy, given its low toxicity. Although effectively used on almost any skin type, except sensitive or couperose skins, it is particularly beneficial to acne, problem, and/or congested skins. Tea tree oil is obtained from distilling the tree’s leaves to produce a pale yellow to colorless oil that has a camphor-like scent similar to eucalyptus. Studies indicate it to be nontoxic with negligible to no irritancy.
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