Kunzea Essential Oil

• Product: Kunzea Essential Oil
• Botanical name: Kunzea ambigua
• INCI name: Kunzea Ambigua Branch/Leaf/Twig Oil
• CAS number: 97553-36-1
• Part used: Flowers, leaves and twigs
• Extraction method: Steam distilled essential oil
• Quality: 100% pure and natural
• Note classification: Top to middle note
• Appearance: Clear to pale yellow coloured liquid
• Odour: Fresh, sharp, somewhat cineolic, woody aroma with sweet-spicy notes
• 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
• 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 Kunzea ambigua essential oil with no dilution or additives
• Fresh, sharp, woody aroma with a cineolic edge and sweet-spicy undertones — a distinctive native-botanical note
• Top to middle note that adds lift and character to blends
• Versatile across soap making, candle making, cosmetic formulating, natural perfumery, diffusing and aromatherapy
• Soluble in alcohols and fixed oils, making it easy to blend into oil-phase and anhydrous recipes
• Batch-tested for microbial purity and heavy metals for consistent quality
• Pairs well with other woody, herbal and citrus oils for fresh, clean-smelling blends

• Always dilute in a suitable carrier oil or base before any skin contact — never apply undiluted — and always patch test a diluted blend before wider use
• Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) when handling the concentrate; avoid breathing vapour; avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing; wash thoroughly after handling
• Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources — no smoking
• Skin contact: take off contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes; seek 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
• If inhaled and breathing is difficult: move to fresh air and call a physician if symptoms persist

What is Kunzea Essential Oil made from?
100% pure Kunzea ambigua essential oil, steam distilled from the flowers, leaves and twigs, with no additives or dilution.

What does Kunzea Essential Oil smell like?
A fresh, sharp, somewhat cineolic and woody aroma with sweet-spicy notes. It's classed as a top to middle note.

Is this oil ready to use, or does it need to be diluted?
It's supplied undiluted as a concentrated aromatic ingredient. It must be diluted in a suitable carrier oil or base before any skin contact, and always patch tested first — it carries a Category 1 skin sensitiser classification in concentrate form.

Can I use it in soap and candle making?
Yes — it's suitable for formulating into soap, candles and melts. Always test a small batch for scent performance and, for candles, burn performance, and check the guidelines for your finished product type.

Is it suitable for cosmetics and body care?
It's supplied for use in cosmetics and personal care formulations according to legal and IFRA guidelines. Keep usage conservative in leave-on products and patch test your finished formulation.

Is it water soluble?
No. It's insoluble in water and soluble in alcohols and fixed oils. For water-based products, pre-blend with a suitable solubiliser.

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