Birch Tar Oil
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.
| 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. |