Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

• Product: Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
• Botanical name: Cinnamomum verum (synonym Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
• INCI name: Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil
• CAS number: 8015-91-6; 84649-98-9
• Part used: Dried inner bark
• Extraction method: Steam distilled
• Quality: 100% pure and natural
• Note classification: Middle note
• Appearance: Yellow to reddish brown coloured liquid
• Odour: Strong, very warm, diffusive, spicy-sweet, penetrating aroma
• Refractive index: 1.545–1.600 @ 20°C
• Solubility: Soluble in alcohols and fixed oils; insoluble in water
• Microbial testing: Aerobic mesophilic count under 100 CFU/g; yeast and mould under 10 CFU/g; Candida albicans, E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus absent in 1g — all conform
• Heavy metals: Lead under 10 ppm; arsenic under 2 ppm; mercury under 1 ppm — all conform
• Recommended use: Concentrated aromatic ingredient for aromatherapy, natural perfumery, cosmetics and personal care formulations, used according to legal and IFRA guidelines
• Storage: Tightly closed container, cool and dry place, protected from sunlight. If stored for more than 36 months, check quality before use

• 100% pure, steam distilled cinnamon bark oil with no dilution or additives
• Strong, warm, spicy-sweet aroma that carries well — a little goes a very long way
• Classic middle note for warm, spicy, festive and gourmand-style blends
• Versatile across candle making, soap making, cosmetic formulating, natural perfumery and diffusing
• Certified compliant with current IFRA Standards, with documented maximum use levels for every product category
• Batch-tested for microbial purity and heavy metals for consistent quality

• Always dilute well before any skin contact — never apply undiluted — and always patch test a diluted blend before wider use, given the Category 1 skin sensitiser classification
• Wear chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) when handling the concentrate; avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing; avoid breathing vapour; wash thoroughly after handling
• Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources — no smoking; use in a well-ventilated area; store in a tightly closed container in a cool, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children; keep away from strong oxidising agents
• Skin contact: take off contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes; get medical advice if irritation or a rash occurs
• Eye contact: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, removing contact lenses if present and easy to do, and continue rinsing; seek medical attention if irritation persists
• If swallowed: rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious), do NOT induce vomiting, and call a doctor or Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26 in Australia) immediately
• Inhalation: if breathing is difficult, move to fresh air; call a physician if symptoms persist
• Intended for use by candle makers, soap makers, cosmetic formulators and aromatherapists; not for direct application to skin or for consumption
• Full Safety Data Sheet, Certificate of Analysis and IFRA Certificate of Conformity available on request — please read before handling, diluting or reformulating

What is Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil made from?
100% pure Cinnamomum verum (syn. Cinnamomum zeylanicum) oil, steam distilled from the dried inner bark, with no additives or dilution.

What does it smell like?
A strong, very warm, diffusive, spicy-sweet and penetrating cinnamon aroma. It's a middle note, and a little goes a long way.

Can I use it on my skin straight from the bottle?
No. It's supplied undiluted as a concentrated aromatic ingredient and is classified as a skin irritant and skin sensitiser in concentrate form. It must be diluted within the IFRA limits for your product type, and a patch test is essential.

How much can I use in my products?
It depends on the product. IFRA allows up to 20% in candles (Category 12) and 2.5% in soap, shampoo and body wash (Category 9), but leave-on skin products are tightly capped — for example 0.40% in body lotion and hand cream, 0.20% in face moisturiser and lip products, and just 0.07% in baby products and underarm products. Always check the category for your finished product.

Can I use it in soap and candle making?
Yes — it's a popular warm, spicy note for both. Stay within the IFRA limit for your category and test a small batch first, as the aroma is very strong.

How should I store it?
Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat, and out of reach of children. If stored for more than 36 months, check the quality before use.