BIRCH TAR OIL

	Botanical Name	:	Betula alba
	Common Name	:	Beithe, Bereza, Berke
	CAS #	:	8001-88-5, F.E.M.A. NA
	Plant Parts Used	:	Bark
	Extraction Method	:	Steam Distillation
	Color & Odor	:	Dark brown to orange liquid with spicy, warm aroma.

Description :
The birch tree is native to North America, Asia and grows up to 15-20 meters in height. It has slender branches, silver-white bark broken into scales and light green oval leaves.

Constituents & Specifications :
Cadinene, Salicylic Acid, Methyl Salicylate, Betulene and Betulenol
Specific Gravity : 1.13000 - 1.35000 @ 25°C
Refractive Index : 1.52200 - 1.59000 @ 20°C

Properties :
Analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, depurative, disinfectant, diuretic, febrifuge, insecticide and tonic.

Benefits & Uses :

• Birch Tar Essential Oil is used for external application in the form of ointment (10%) or soap (10%). It can be used in treatments for eczema, psoriasis, and general dry skin. When mixed with other essential oils it is used as an insect repellent.