Wintergreen Oil, Color : Colorless, yellowish or reddish

Listing ID #715591

Winter green oil can be extracted by steam distillation. It is used Leaves as a plant part. Winter green’s botanical name is “ Gaultheria procumbens” & it is also called “Dhasinger” in vernacular language. Winter green is related to Ericaceae plant family. Winter green oil is pale yellow or pinkish in color. It is originally native to Canada and cultivated at altitudes between 1500-2500 m. Winter green is used manufacturing in soft drinks & also used in Pharmaceutical and perfumery industries.
Basic Information
Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens
Country of Origin: Canada
Major Chemical constituents: Methyl salicylate
Obtained from: Leaves
Method of separation: Steam distillation
Color and appearance: Colorless, yellowish or reddish
Specification
Refractive Index at 25°C 1.535 to 1.538
Specific Gravity at 25°C 1.180 to 1.185