Anthemis nobilis, ext. Property

FEMA 

2274 | CHAMOMILE FLOWER, ROMAN, EXTRACT (ANTHEMIS NOBILIS L.)

Odor

at 100.00 %. green herbal tea woody

Odor Type

herbal

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapour

H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P333+P313IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

Anthemis nobilis, ext. Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Chemical Properties

Roman chamomile oil (English chamomile oil) is produced from the dried flowers of Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All. (Anthemis nobilis L.). It is a light blue or light greenish-blue liquid with a strong aromatic odor characteristic of the flowers. The oil is produced on a small scale, for example, in France and Hungary.
d²⁰₂₀ 0.900–0.920; n²⁰_D 1.4380–1.4460; acid value: max. 8, ester value. 250–340; solubility: 1 vol in max. 0.6 vol 90% ethanol.
The constituents of Roman chamomile oil include esters of angelic and tiglic acid. The main constituents are isobutyl and isoamyl esters of angelic acid. Roman chamomile oil is used in very low dosages in the flavoring of alcoholic beverages and in fine fragrances.

Chemical Properties

See Chamomile.

Occurrence

Reported found in chamomile.

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 62 ppm: green, herbal, floral, tea and woody with a tropical, fruity nuance.