Star Anise Essential Oil

● Other Name: llicium verum, badian, Chinese star anise, star anise seed, star
aniseed, star of anise
● Core active ingredients: Shikimic acid
● Appearance: Brown yellow powder
● Certification: ISO, Organic, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP
● Package: 1-5kg/bag, 25kg/barrel (As per customers’ requirements)
● Shelf life: 2 Years
● Storage Condition: Store sealed in a cool and dry place

Star anise (llicium verum,badian, Chinese star anise, star anise seed, star
aniseed and star of anise) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to northeast
Vietnam and South China. It is a spice that closely resembles anise in flavor
and is obtained from the star-shaped pericarps of the fruit of I. verum which
are harvested just before ripening.
 
Star anise extract is often used in recipes to add a unique flavor. Its core
ingredient - Shikimic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound extracted
from star anise, which serves as the base for many natural products and is used
in the production of the antiviral drug Tamiflu.
 
There’s nothing quite like the unmistakable aroma of spicy, sweet black
licorice. Star Anise Essential Oil boasts just such an aroma. And like so many
of its spice essential oil relatives, Star Anise is a go-to for stomach and
digestion issues. Next time you overindulge at dinner and are feeling just a
little too full, use Star Anise to help soothe tightness and cramping.
Additionally, ideal for PMS and menopausal support, this Star Anise essential
oil can help soothe cramps, along with sensations of heat and sweating. Apply
it topically in healing balms to the abdomen or to sore muscles. In
aromatherapy, Star Anise Essential Oil can help restore calm and equilibrium,
whether you’re dealing with stress or an upset tummy.

Specification
 
Product Name Star Anise Essential Oil
Botanical Name Illicium verum
Grade Food Grade & Therapeutic Grade
Extraction Method Steam distilled
Part used Fruit
Origin China
Appearance Pale green, transparent, mobile liquid.
Aroma Our star anise essential oil has an intensely spicy-sweet, warm,
licorice-like aroma, with a deep balsamic-woody undertone.
Application It widely used in aromatherapy, natural perfumery, such as bath
oils, shower gels, anointing blends, potpourri, facial steam treatments and
hair treatments or masks, incense, room fresheners, scented candles, etc.
Function Natural Relaxation: Helps Soothe Nerves And Promote Calmness
Supports a healthy digestive system
Comforting during menopause
Eases coughs & congestion
 
Core active ingredients
1. Shikimic acid
It is a natural organic compound, is an important intermediate in the
biosynthesis of lignin, aromatic amino acids (phenylalanine, tyrosine, and
triptophane), and most alkaloids of plants and microorganisms.
【Product name】Shikimic acid
【CAS NO.】138-59-0
【Chemical formula】 3,4,5-trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid
【Molecular weight】174.15
【Molecular formula】C7H10O5
【Melting point and solubility】185-187℃, easily soluble in water, insoluble
in chloroform, benzene and petroleum ether.
【Properties】White fine powder, easily soluble in water, solubility in water
is 18g/100ml, insoluble in chloroform, benzene and petroleum ether.
【Melting point】 185℃～191℃, optical rotation -180°, bitter smell.
 
2. Linalool
Linalool is a noncyclic monoterpenoid that is commonly extracted from lavender,
rose, basil (Ocimum basilicum), and neroli oil (Citrus aurantium). It has
established sedative, antidepressant, anxiolytic, and immune potentiating
effects .
 
Linalool is used as a scent in perfumed hygiene products and cleaning agents,
including soaps, detergents, shampoos, and lotions.It exhibits antimicrobial
and antifungal properties.In addition, Linalool incorporated nanoparticles are
being explored as a novel anticancer agent.

Safety
 
Linalool can be absorbed by inhalation of its aerosol and by oral intake or
skin absorption.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists linalool in the Code of Federal
Regulations under substances generally recognized as safe, synthetic flavoring
substances and adjuvants.
 
FUNCTION AND USAGE
 
Shikimic acid is generally utilized as a starting material for industrial
synthesis of the antiviral Oseltamivir (this drug against the H5N1 influenza
virus is administered to treat and prevent all the known strains of influenza
virus). There are reports on the shikimic acid-based synthesis of that is
widely employed as a preparation for chemotherapy of cancerous diseases. There
are data available on the synthesis of monopalmityloxy shikimic acid possessing
an anticoagulant activity and capable of reducing blood coagulability when
injected intramuscularly. A Chinese research team has synthesized a shikimic
acid derivative, triacetylshikimic acid, which exhibits anticoagulant and
antithrombotic activities.
 
In addition, shikimic acid derivatives represent a great interest for
agriculture because many of them are used as herbicides and antibacterial
agents inasmuch as they can block the shikimate pathway in plants and bacteria
without a negative effect toward mammals. Shikimic acid also has the potential
to be used for benzene-free production of phenol.
 
ADVANTAGE
 
With Self-Built Plant Bases
The production center is located in the Michelia Alba Industrial Park ,
Penshan Village, Bolao Town, Lingshan County, Qinzhou City, Guangxi Zhuang
Autonomous Region. We have self-built and cooperative planting bases with a
planting area of more than 10,000 acres, which can ensure the stability of raw
material procurement and price advantages.
 
With strong research strength
It has established long-term strategic partnerships with Zhejiang University
and the South China Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, giving
it an industry-leading advantage. 
 
APPLICATION CASE
 
▶ Cooking
Star Anise essential oil is derived from the leaves of the basil plant, a
popular herb used widely in Italian cooking.
 
▶ Use in a Bath
Relax and take a time out by adding 5 drops of essential oil to your bath.
 
▶ Oil Burner / Diffuser
Mix your essential oils with water and burn them in an oil burner/diffuser and
fill your home with beautiful aromas.
 
▶ Aromatherapy Massage
Dilute 5 drops of essential oil to every 10ml of carrier oil and enjoy the
benefits of an aromatherapy massage.
 
▶ Candle & Soap Making
Get creative and make your own essential oil blends for your homemade projects!
 
▶ Other uses
Wax Melts, Bath Bombs, Sprays, Slime, Perfumery, most cosmetics, other forms of
aromatherapy….

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