Massoia Bark CO2 Oil

Scientific Name:   Cryptocaria massoia                

Country of Origin:  Indonesia (Wild)

Distillation Method:  CO2 Extraction             

Plant Part Used:  Bark

Perfume Note:  Middle

This oil has an interesting aromatic profile.  It has a sweet, milky coconut type odor and could be fun to work with it.  The IFRA has banned the use massoia bark oil because of the massoia lactone in it, which is a strong irritant.  Use caution with this oil.

Blending Suggestions:  Vanilla, Cocoa, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood, Jasmine

Suggested Oil Uses & Properties for External Applications:

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Safety: 

Hazards: Skin irritation/sensitization (high risk); mucous membrane irritation (high risk).

Contraindications: Hypersensitive, diseased or damaged skin, children under 2 years of age. Do not use on mucous membranes.

Maximum dermal use level: 0.01%

Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney. Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals (p. 1417). Elsevier Health Sciences. Kindle Edition. 

Storage:  Store in a dark colored bottle, out of direct sunlight.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.