Fennel, Sweet

Fennel, Sweet

Fennel, Sweet Essential Oil Main Constituents: Anethol: 71.9% Fenchone: 13.6% Limonene: 4.9% Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare dulce Plant Part: Seeds Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Origin: Hungary Description: Fennel is a perennial herb up to 2 meters high with feathery leaves and golden yellow flowers. Color: Clear to pale yellow liquid. Consistency: Thin Aromatic Scent: Fennel Sweet Essential Oil has a spicy, sweet scent. The scent is similar to that of black licorice. Note: Top Strength of Aroma: Medium Blends well with: Bergamot, Lavender, Frankincense and Rose. Common Uses: Having a sweet and soft liquorice aroma that's reminiscent of anise, Sweet Fennel is used in aromatherapy and naturopathy as it is credited with being carminative, depurative, diuretic, expectorant, laxative, stimulant, splenic, and stomachic. And it is also believed to be invigorating, restoring, stimulating, and warming and hence it is also used in soap-making and cosmetics. History: known as Fenkle in the Middle Ages, its name is from the Latin 'foenum' meaning 'hay'. The ancients believed it gave one longevity, courage and strength, and warded off evil spirits. Not only did they use it to strengthen the eyesight, but also for snakebite, colic, and fleas. Cautions: This product may cause photosensitivity and contact dermatitis. May cause skin irritation. Dilute well before use. Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or on infants and small children. Terms of Use Customers should purchase products from Essential7 with the clear understanding that all products must be used at the customers own discretion and only after referencing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information specific to the product. Essential7 shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient knowledge or the improper use of a product. The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties. As with any manufacturing process, Essential7 strongly suggest small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing. The information on the Essential7 website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by Essential7 as to the fitness for any use. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of Essential7 no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained. The liability of Essential7. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. Essential7 shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon. Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm). *All of our oils are for external use only. CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS ESSENTIAL7 Lot No.: 11054- A12/B12 Best Before: July, 2015 Store in air tight container; in a cool dry area; away from direct sunlight. Properties Specifications Results Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid. Complies Odor: Characteristic spicy sweet woody odor. Complies Solubility: 1:1 in 90% alcohol. Complies Specific Gravity: 0.953 – 0.973 @ 20°C 0.966 Optical Rotation: +12 – +24 @ 20°C +14.6 Refractive Index: 1.532 – 1.543 @ 20°C 1.534 Anethol, trans: 50 – 80% 71.9% Fenchon: < 15% 13.6% Limonene: < 5.0% 4.9%