{"product_id":"myrrh-essential-oil","title":"Myrrh Essential Oil","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMyrrh Essential Oil — Shopify Listing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct: Myrrh Essential Oil (Commiphora myrrha) Source docs: Certificate of Analysis, IFRA Conformity Certificate, Material Safety Data Sheet, Technical Data Sheet (Nature In Bottle, product code PEO1111) Status: Draft — not yet pushed to Shopify\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyrrh Essential Oil is a 100% pure and natural steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the resin (gum) of \u003cem\u003eCommiphora myrrha\u003c\/em\u003e. It presents as an amber yellow to brown coloured viscous liquid with a warm, sweet-earthy, smooth and dense aroma. Classed as a base note and fixative, Myrrh is prized by natural perfumers and aromatherapy formulators for its rich, resinous depth and its ability to anchor and extend the life of lighter top and heart notes in a blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eINCI Name: Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Commiphora myrrha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart used: Resin (Gum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraction method: Steam distilled essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCAS #: 8016-37-3 ; 84929-26-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEINECS #: 284-510-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFEMA #: 2766\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Key Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance: Amber yellow to brown coloured viscous liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdour: Warm, sweet-earthy, smooth, dense aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote classification: Base note, fixative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefractive index: 1.510–1.535 @ 20°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific gravity: 0.950–1.020 g\/mL @ 20°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical rotation: -125° to -50°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolubility: Soluble in alcohols and fixed oils; insoluble in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality: 100% pure and natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrobial and heavy metal testing: Conforms to specification (aerobic bacterial count, yeast and mould, Candida albicans, E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus all within limits; lead, arsenic and mercury all within limits)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, warm, sweet-earthy aroma that acts as a natural fixative, helping to slow the evaporation of lighter notes in a blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% pure and natural, steam-distilled directly from myrrh resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile base note suited to natural perfumery, aromatherapy blending, and cosmetic and personal care formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatch-tested for microbial purity and heavy metals, with results conforming to specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong shelf life when stored correctly, with a generous best-before window from manufacture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Recommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural perfumery — as a base note and fixative in fragrance blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAromatherapy — diffusion and topical blending (diluted) for its grounding, resinous character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCosmetic and personal care formulations — in line with applicable IFRA and legal guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandle and soap fragrancing (subject to formulators' own IFRA category assessment for the intended finished product)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Usage \u0026amp; Formulation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended use: concentrated aromatic ingredient for aromatherapy, natural perfumery, cosmetics and personal care formulations, used according to legal and IFRA guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIFRA maximum use levels vary significantly by product category — notably 0.67% for Category 1 (lip products) and 1.23% for Category 6 (products with oral and lip exposure), with most other categories permitted up to 100% subject to the overall finished-formulation safety assessment. See the full IFRA Certificate of Conformity for category-by-category limits before formulating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways dilute before applying to skin — Myrrh is a skin and eye irritant and a Category 1 skin sensitiser in concentrate (see Product Safety)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt remains the formulator's responsibility to assess and test the safety of the finished product, particularly for leave-on or fine fragrance applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoluble in alcohols and fixed oils; not water-soluble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Product Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassified as hazardous under GHS: Skin corrosion\/irritation (Category 3), Serious eye damage\/eye irritation (Category 2B), Skin sensitiser (Category 1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental hazards: Hazardous to the aquatic environment — acute (Category 3) and long-term (Category 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal word: Warning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazard statements: Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways. Harmful to aquatic life. May cause long-lasting harmful effects to aquatic life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling: wear protective gloves and eye\/face protection; avoid breathing vapour; wash thoroughly after handling; keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin contact: wash with plenty of water; seek medical advice if irritation or a rash occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye contact: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, removing contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical advice if irritation persists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngestion: do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth with water if conscious; call a physician or poison control centre immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransport: not regulated for land, maritime or air transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot classified as a carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxicant per available data (data noted as incomplete for several toxicological endpoints)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull CoA, MSDS, TDS and IFRA Certificate available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance flag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrrh Essential Oil carries a genuine hazard profile (Category 1 skin sensitiser, Category 3 skin irritant, Category 2B eye irritant, aquatic toxicity). Recommend applying Shopify's hazardous-goods\/warning tagging and appropriate on-page safety labelling consistent with how other sensitiser-classified essential oils are handled in the catalog, before this listing goes live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Myrrh Essential Oil smell like?\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm, sweet-earthy aroma with a smooth, dense, resinous character. It's classified as a base note and fixative, so the scent lingers and helps anchor other notes in a blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Myrrh Essential Oil pure and natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's 100% pure and natural, steam-distilled from the resin (gum) of \u003cem\u003eCommiphora myrrha\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to apply directly to skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. In concentrate it's classified as a skin sensitiser and can cause mild skin and eye irritation. Always dilute appropriately before topical use, and patch-test the finished formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can I use Myrrh Essential Oil for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's commonly used in natural perfumery as a fixative base note, in aromatherapy blending, and in cosmetic and personal care formulations, always within IFRA usage guidelines for the intended product category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much can I use in my formulation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum use levels vary by IFRA product category — for example, 0.67% for lip products (Category 1) and 1.23% for products with oral and lip exposure (Category 6), with higher allowances for many other categories. Check the full IFRA Certificate for the category relevant to your finished product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hazardous to the environment?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment for both acute and long-term effects, so it should never be allowed to enter drains, waterways or water sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e In a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight and heat sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Packaging Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder — supplier documentation does not specify bottle\/pack sizing. Using Soapmaid's standard tiered essential oil sizing pending confirmation:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50ml\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1L (bulk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease confirm actual size tiers and pricing before publishing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9. SEO Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO H1 \/ Page Title\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyrrh Essential Oil | Commiphora Myrrha | Soapmaid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO Meta Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% pure Myrrh Essential Oil (Commiphora myrrha). Steam-distilled, warm resinous base note for natural perfumery, aromatherapy \u0026amp; cosmetics. 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