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Camphor Essential Oil


Average Product Rating: 5 / 5 (Based on 9 Customer Reviews)


Main Constituents:
1,8-Cineole: 35.8%

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum Camphora

Plant Part: Wood

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: China

Description: The camphor tree can grow up to 35 meters (100 feet) and camphor is found in every part of the tree. Camphor Essential Oil is extracted by steam from the chipped wood, root stumps and branches. It is then rectified under vacuum and filter-pressed. White camphor oil is the first distillation fraction.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Common Uses: The therapeutic properties of Camphor Essential Oil include the following: anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, cardiac, carminative, diuretic, febrifuge, insecticide, laxative, stimulant and vulnerary. Camphor oil can be used in the treatment of nervous depression, acne, inflammation, arthritis, muscular aches and pains, sprains, rheumatism, bronchitis, coughs, colds, fever, flu and infectious diseases. It is a well-known preventive of moths and other insects, such as worms in wood.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Basil, Cajeput, Chamomile, Lavender, Melissa Leaf, and Rosemary.

Aromatic Scent: Camphor Essential Oil has a strong, penetrating, fragrant odor.

History: In China and Japan, Cinnamomum camphora can often grow as old as a thousand years. To produce oil it must be at least 50 years old. Camphor was well known as a remedy against the plague in Persia (now Iran). It was also used in embalming. The Chinese have long used camphor wood to build ships and temples because of the woods durable and aromatic properties.

Cautions: Camphor oil is powerful oil and should be used with care. Overdosing can cause convulsions and vomiting. Pregnant women or persons suffering from epilepsy and asthma should not use it.

Terms of Use

Customers should purchase products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. 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. New Directions Aromatics Inc. 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, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.

The information on the New Directions Aromatics Inc. 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 New Directions Aromatics Inc. as to the fitness for any use. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., 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 New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. New Directions Aromatics Inc. 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).

IMPORTANT: All of our products are for external use only.

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Submited By: Karen from Portugal Cove, Newfoundland on 06/08/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Added to an essential oil blend, a very small amount of this oil sharpens the scent and balances it out quite nicely. I was surprised when I first discovered this, as the scent directly from the bottle very "mothball-y". Excellent quality at a superb price.
Submited By: Laura from Lakeville, Massachusetts on 05/22/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I love the smell of Camphor -- it truly cleanses the energy of any room. I use this in my all purpose surface cleaner, in the bathrooms straight from the bottle to keep things smelling fresh, and to balance my energy when I am having difficulties falling asleep. Camphor can also be used to halt homeopathic courses. Oh, I also use it in my carpet cleaner, and the room has a fresh clean feeling for DAYS and DAYS after.
Submited By: Monique from Pembroke Pines, Florida on 02/10/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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Strong but great, I plan on making a muscle rub with it and if I ever have congestion I will make a natural beeswax olive oil vapor rub.
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Submited By: Gretchen from Phoenix, Arizona on 08/27/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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I am starting a house cleaning business and really want to tout my all natural, home made cleaning products. I bought this to add to my disinfecting spray and find that it really smells like one would expect disinfecting spray to smell. I expect this will add to my credibility.
Submited By: Kassia from Grand Junction, Colorado on 03/28/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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Yup, it smells camphorous... I bought this to make a natural version of the cough/chest rub.
Submited By: Sandy from Selma, North Carolina on 02/27/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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Wow.......thank you NDA for having these reviews................You can learn so much I bought this oil a few months ago but never used it. Then I got a nasty virus.........I read Candice from Sarasota's review and did put this oil with others she mentioned in a big bowl with hot water and it really really helped. It opened me right up..........Now I will never be without..
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Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 12/01/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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Mild but effective! Definately packs more of a punch than you may think so do be careful and dilute!
Submited By: Trudy from Warkworth, Ontario on 07/18/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Great oil that has many uses in soap making and blending for a variety of products. Very high quality. This high qualtiy Camphor oil has more uses that one can mention. Not only are all the Essential oils from New Directions of high quality and fair pricing, the information they provide on each oil far exceeds any other web supplier out there!
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Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/14/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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Excellent quality camphor, and a price to match! I use this is my Fight-A -Flu blend as well...works wonders. Very opening for the bronchial tubes and quite penetrating. Careful dilution is necessary, but can be a life-saver when added to eucalyptus and some others in a facial steam (big bowl of hot water w/ oils added and towel over your head) especially when you have a nasty virus or cold.