Clove oil
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-04-15
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
liquid
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Eugenol Content |
75–88%
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| Appearance |
Pale yellow oily liquid
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: Clove oil
CAS Number: 8000-34-8
Alias: Clove bud oil, Oil of cloves
Botanical Source: Syzygium aromaticum (Eugenia caryophyllata) bud essential oil
Main Components: Eugenol (75–88%), Eugenol acetate (4–15%), β-Caryophyllene (5–14%)
EINECS: 215-185-5
Structural Information
- Type: Natural aromatic essential oil (complex mixture, not a single compound)
- Key Constituents Structure:
- Eugenol (C10H12O2): 4-allyl-2-methoxyphenol (main active)
- Eugenol acetate (C12H14O3): Acetylated eugenol
- β-Caryophyllene (C15H24): Bicyclic sesquiterpene
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Pale yellow to yellow clear oily liquid; darkens to reddish-brown with age; turns dark purple-brown on contact with iron
- Odor: Intensely sweet-spicy, warm aromatic, characteristic clove scent
- Density: 1.038–1.060 g/mL (25 °C)
- Boiling Point: ~251 °C
- Refractive Index: 1.528–1.537 (20 °C)
- Optical Rotation: 0° to ?2.0°
- Flash Point: >230 °F (>110 °C)
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, and most organic solvents
- Stability: Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong light, heat, and iron/metal contact
Production & Applications
Production Method
- Steam Distillation: Dried clove buds (or leaves/stems) → steam distillation → oil-water separation → crude oil → filtration (no further refining for natural grade)
Main Applications
- Pharmaceutical: Oral antiseptic, toothache pain relief, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal; ingredient in mouthwashes, dental preparations
- Flavor & Fragrance: Food spice (baked goods, sauces, confectionery); tobacco, alcoholic beverages; soap, detergent, perfume, and cosmetic fragrances
- Chemical Intermediate: Source of eugenol; synthesis of isoeugenol, vanillin, and other aroma chemicals
- Microscopy: Clearing agent for botanical sections
Safety & Storage
- Hazard Class: GHS07 (Warning); H315 (skin irritant), H319 (eye irritant), H335 (respiratory irritant)
- Protection: Wear gloves, goggles, and mask; avoid inhalation, skin/eye contact
- Storage: Seal tightly, store in cool, dry, dark place; avoid heat, direct sunlight, and metal containers
- Transport: Non-hazardous goods; prevent leakage and high temperature
Quality Specifications
- Eugenol Content: 75–88% (GC)
- Eugenol Acetate: 4–15%
- β-Caryophyllene: 5–14%
- Purity: Natural, FCC/Food Grade, FG, Halal, Kosher
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 8000-34-8 |
| Product Name | Clove oil (Clove bud oil) |
| Main Components | Eugenol 75–88%, Eugenol acetate 4–15%, β-Caryophyllene 5–14% |
| Appearance | Pale yellow oily liquid |
| Density | 1.038–1.060 g/mL (25 °C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.528–1.537 (20 °C) |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents |
| Purity | Natural/FCC/Food Grade |
| Storage | Sealed, cool dark place, away from metals |
| Hazard | Skin/eye/respiratory irritant |
| Main Usage | Dental care, food flavoring, fragrances, eugenol source |
