COSTUS ROOT OIL
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Estimated Delivery:Jun 30 - Jul 04
COSTUS ROOT OIL
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🌿 Costus Root Oil
Botanical Name: Saussurea costus
Common Names: Costus Oil, Kuth Oil
Type: Natural Essential Oil
Part Used: Dried Roots
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: Himalayan Region (India)
Supplier: Meena Perfumery, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
🌾 Product Description
Costus Root Oil is a rare and precious essential oil extracted from the dried roots of the Saussurea costus plant, a high-altitude herb traditionally grown in the Himalayas. Deeply earthy, leathery, and musky in aroma, this oil is an ancient treasure in Ayurvedic, Unani, and Tibetan medicine, as well as in high-end niche perfumery.
The oil’s grounding, fixative properties make it an ideal base in oriental and spicy perfumes. In traditional wellness systems, it is revered for respiratory, digestive, and anti-inflammatory support.
🔬 Organoleptic Properties
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Viscous, thick liquid |
| Color | Amber to dark brown |
| Aroma | Earthy, musky, leathery, with a woody undertone |
| Consistency | Thick |
⚙ Physical & Chemical Properties
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 0.950 – 1.010 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.495 – 1.520 |
| Flash Point | ~85°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in oils and alcohol; insoluble in water |
🧪 Key Constituents
| Component | Approximate % |
|---|---|
| Costunolide | 15–25% |
| Dehydrocostus Lactone | 10–18% |
| α-Costol | 5–10% |
| Other Sesquiterpenes | 15–20% |
Note: High costunolide and dehydrocostus lactone content contributes to its medicinal value and fixative power in perfumery.
✅ Quality Standards
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100% Pure & Natural
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Steam distilled – no solvents or synthetics
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Conforms to IFRA and Ayurvedic quality norms
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Vegan and cruelty-free
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Sustainably sourced under CITES compliance
🛠 Applications
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Perfumery: Used as a fixative in oriental, musky, and incense-based compositions
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Aromatherapy: Grounding, emotionally stabilizing, and respiratory aid
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Traditional Medicine: For asthma, colds, skin infections, and inflammation
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Spiritual Use: Used in incense and ritual oils for grounding and purification
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Cosmetics: Included in balms, massage blends, and wellness products
🧊 Storage & Shelf Life
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Store in airtight, light-resistant containers
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Avoid moisture, direct sunlight, and temperature extremes
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Shelf life: 3–5 years (may thicken with age)
📦 Packaging Options
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Amber Glass Bottles: 10ml, 30ml, 100ml
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Aluminum Bottles: 250ml, 500ml, 1kg
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Bulk HDPE Drums: 5kg, 10kg, 25kg
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Custom packaging and white-labeling available
📍 Supplier
Meena Perfumery
Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
“Essence of Purity – Bottled by Tradition”
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