Wintergreen Oil

Basic Information of Wintergreen Oil

Description of Wintergreen Oil

Wintergreen oil is usually obtained by steam distillation of the Pure natural leaves of the plant following maceration in warm water. Methyl salicylate, the main chemical constituent of the oil, is not present in the plant until formed by enzymatic action from a glycoside within the leaves as they are macerated in warm water.
Wintergreen oil is a pale yellow or pinkish fluid liquid that is strongly aromatic with a sweet woody odor (components: methyl salicylate (approx. 98%), a-pinene, myrcene, delta-3-carene, limonene, 3,7-guaiadiene, delta-cadinene)that gives such plants a distinctive "medicinal" smell whenever bruised. Salicylate sensitivity is a common adverse reaction to the methyl salicylate in oil of wintergreen; it can produce allergy-like symptoms or asthma.
Oil of wintergreen is also manufactured from some species of birch, but these organic deciduous trees are not called wintergreens. Spiraea plants also contain methyl salicylate in large amounts and are used similarly to wintergreen. But even though wintergreen has a strong "minty" odor and flavor, the Gaultheria-genus plants are not true mints, which belong to the genus Mentha.

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Usage of Wintergreen Oil

Wintergreen essential oil uses topically (diluted) or aromatheraputically as a folk remedy for muscle and joint discomfort, arthritis, cellulite, obesity, edema, poor circulation, headache, heart disease, hypertension, rheumatism, tendinitis, cramps, inflammation, eczema, hair care, psoriasis, gout, ulcers, broken or bruised bones. The liquid salicylate dissolves into tissue and also into capillaries, so overuse is as risky as overuse of aspirin.
Wintergreen also is used in some perfumery applications and as a flavoring agent for toothpaste, chewing gum and soft drinks,confectionery, in Listerine, and in mint flavorings. One surprising application is rust removal and degreasing of machinery.
Wintergreen is particularly effective for breaking through sea water corrosion.
Wintergreen oil can also be used in fine art printing applications to transfer a color photocopy image or color laser print to a high-rag content art paper, such as a hot-press watercolor paper. The transfer method involves coating the source image with the wintergreen oil then placing it face-down on the target paper and pressing the pieces of paper together under pressure using a standard etching press.

Shipping & Storage

Delivery: Sea/Air shipping & International Express
Shipping Time: 2-3 working days after payment
Package: 30ml /50ml/100ml: amber glass bottles, 1kg/5kg: aluminum drums.
              25kg plastic barrels(30cm(length)*26cm(width)*42cm(height))
              180kg Tinning iron drums (56cm(diameter )*90cm(height))
Storage: Kept away from strong light and heat.
Shelf Life: 24 months

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FAQ

Q1: Can I get free sample?

A: Yes, 10ml free sample is available.

Q2: How to contact us?

A: 1: Send an e-mail to us inquiry about the product you are interested in. 

    2: From online service contact us by Skype, Whatsapp,Telephone. 

    3: Please dial to us directly, you will get a reply at the first time.

Q3: What certificates can we supply?

A: ISO9001: 2008,FDA,Haccp certificate, COA, MSDS certificate, etc.

Q4: Can I get any discount?

A: Order above 500kg will get 1%-3% discount.

Q5: Which kind of the payment terms do you provide?

A: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), Trade Assurance,Western Union or Paypal.

Q6: How about delivery leadtime?

A: About 3-5 working days after payment confirmed (for order less than 1000kg).

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