Tea Tree essential oil
Melaleuca Alternifolia Oil, TTO, Tea Tree Extract.
- CAS
- 68647-73-4
- EC
- 285-377-1
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare, Home Care & Industrial Cleaning
Tea Tree essential oil (CAS 68647-73-4) is a Technical Grade botanical extract from Melaleuca alternifolia, standardized for high terpinen-4-ol content, appearing as a colorless to light yellow liquid used in antiseptic, personal care and industrial cleaning formulations. It is widely recognized for its broad-spectrum Antimicrobial and Antifungal activity in industrial hygiene and medical applications.
This pale yellow liquid serves as a Natural Preservative booster in cosmetic formulations, reducing the requirement for synthetic biocides. Its unique chemical structure facilitates deep dermal penetration, acting as an Active Ingredient in pharmaceutical treatments for skin disorders.
The oil possesses strong Solvent Properties, effectively dissolving excess sebum in scalp care and acne-control products. It is compatible with Non-ionic Surfactants and is highly valued for its germicidal efficacy in eco-friendly industrial cleaning agents.
Typical Properties
| Form | liquid |
|---|---|
| Color | Colorless to light yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. citrus spicy terpenic nutmeg pine |
| Boiling point | 165 °C |
| Density | 0.878 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Flash point | 147 °F |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Tea Tree essential oil
Applications
- Antiseptic Formulations: Active component in medicated soaps, hand sanitizers, and wound-healing ointments to inhibit bacterial growth.
- Personal Care: Used in anti-dandruff shampoos and facial washes due to its sebum-regulating and purifying properties.
- Industrial Disinfectants: Utilized in green cleaning solutions as a natural germicide for commercial surface sterilization.
Safety & Risks
Classified as a Flammable Liquid and Harmful if Swallowed. Always wear Chemical-Resistant Gloves and Goggles; store in a Cool, Dry Area away from ignition sources.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg UN-rated Jerrycans, 180 kg Steel Drums, and bulk IBC containers.