Botanical Name : |
Pimenta officinalis |
Common name: |
Allspice, Pimento |
Plant family: |
Myrtaceae |
Genus: |
Pimenta |
Appearance/Color: |
A thin liquid provides a cocoa brown color after processing |
Odor: |
Allspice Essential Oil smells sharp yet is sweet with a spicy, cinnamon and clove-like aroma |
Blends With: |
The essential oil blends with all the other spices like Bergamot, Cinnamon, Clove, Geranium, Ginger, Juniperberry, Mandarin, Orange, Patchouli, Tangerine. It also Formulates well with Bergamot and sweet orange oils.
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Origin |
Jamaica |
Source |
Unriped Berry |
Method Of Extraction |
Steam Distillation |
Pimento Berry essential oil (also known as Allspice oil, Jamaican Pepper and Pimenta) is steam distilled from the fully grown, but unripe, dried, crushed fruits of the Pimenta officinalis tree. The tree is native to the West Indies and South America where the berries are widely used as a culinary spice. The spice has a strong, pungent flavor and aroma that is like several spices combined - namely cinnamon, clove, ginger, nutmeg and black pepper - hence why it is commonly known as 'Allspice'.
Pimento essential oil has a lovely warming effect on the body but isn’t quite as fiery as some of the other spice oils. When used in small quantities it produces a lovely, gradual, warming sensation that can be particularly soothing for aches, pains and tension (especially those caused by the cold). It can also be helpful for soothing the emotions, relieving fatigue and helping with digestive and respiratory ailments.
Intended Benefits/Uses or Properties
Allspice contains a chemical called eugenol, which might explain some of its traditional uses for toothache, muscle pain, and as a germ-killer. In short it has all the antibacterial properties and seems to improve the immunity.
Allspices in Pharma
It is a natural herb which is formerly known as ‘spice’, thus it has various applicative properties and applications in ayurvedic and pharmaceutical sectors. It is used for gastrointestinal disorders, and topically, for arthritis and muscular pain.
Essence of Allspice
The warm, spicy aroma of Allspice Essential Oil is like that of clove and cinnamon essential oils. The high content of Eugenol is partly responsible for this similarity. Allspice Essential Oil, in small dilutions, is said to act as an aphrodisiac. Its rich, warm aroma also complements masculine blends. Allspice Essential Oil is regarded for its use within personal fragrance, massage, arthritic and muscular applications.
COMMON USAGE
- Promotes Relaxation
- Cure Digestive Disorders
- Acts as Anaesthic
- Lower Pain Sensation
- Lessens Burns, Cuts and bruises
- Reduces Skin Rashes
- Helps Treat Arthritis
- Inhibits Bacterial to Wounds
- Provides Soothing Effects
- Treats infections
- Provides Best Skin-care
- Combats free radicals
- Prevents cell damage
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Safety Summary
Routes of Entry Eyes Skin Inhalation Ingestion Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
- Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
- Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
This liquid should not be used as a fragrance ingredient at a level over 2% in a compound when skin contact is possible.
Organ Specific Effects
Liquid may be irritating to eyes, skin, mucous membranes.
Systemic Effects
- Toxicity:
ORAL (LD50): No Information
DERMAL (LD50): No Information
- Chronic Effects on Humans: No Information
- Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
- Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available
- Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available
- Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
- Acute Potential Health Effects:
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation.
Inhalation: Inhalation of mist or vapor may cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
- Listed as Carcinogen: No
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
- Ecotoxicity: Not available
- Products of Biodegradation: Not available
- Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available
- DOT Hazard Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
- Identification: Not applicable
DISCLAIMER
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As per NAHA guidelines, New Directions Aromatics (NDA) does not recommend the ingestion of essential oils. It is imperative to consult a medical practitioner before using Essential Oils for therapeutic purposes. Pregnant and nursing women and those taking prescription drugs are especially advised not to use this product without the medical advice of a physician. The oil should always be stored in an area that is inaccessible to children, especially those under the age of 7.