Botanical Name | Cinnamomum cassia |
Common Name | Golden Shower, Gouden Regen, Indian Laburnum, Amaltas |
Country of Origin | China, Bangladesh, India, Vietnam |
Solubility | Soluble in oil, insoluble in water |
Specific Gravity | Not Applicable |
Optical Rotation | Not Applicable |
Refrective Index | Not Applicable |
PlantPart | Bark |
Bland With | Frankincense, Lavender, Cedarwood, Orange, Lemon, Neroli, Ylang-ylang. |
CAS No | Not Applicable |
Flash Point | Not Applicable |
Extraction Method | Solvent Extraction |
Cassia oleoresin is obtained by solvent extraction of inner bark of Cinnamum Cassia followed by dispersion in approved additives. The oeleoresin comprises cinnamic aldehyde as the prime constituent, with cassia having the greater quantity.
The medicinal use of Cinnamon Bark was first recorded in Chinese formulations as early as 2700 B.C. The herb has been used as a healing aid for stomach upset and gas, diarrhea, rheumatism, kidney ailments, and abdominal pain. The Egyptians used it as a foot massage, as well as a remedy for excessive bile. It was used as an ingredient of mulled wines, love potions and a sedative during birthing
Color : Clear yellow to brownish yellow liquid.,
Aroma : Organic Cinnamon Bark Oil has a warm, spicy scent that is somewhere between clove and cinnamon. It is slightly herbaceous with pepper notes.
Volatile Oil Content : 60-61% (v/w) Residual Solvent : Less than 25 ppm
Cassia is a bigger spice with a heavier flavor, generally applied for meat dishes. It is also used to treat diarrhea, nausea and flatulence.