The flowering leaves and tops of marjoram are steam-distilled to produce an essential oil that is yellowish in colour (darkening to brown as it ages). It has many chemical components, some of which are borneol, camphor, and pinene.
The flowering leaves and tops of marjoram are steam-distilled to produce an essential oil that is yellowish in colour (darkening to brown as it ages). It has many chemical components, some of which are borneol, camphor, and pinene.
CAS | 8015-01-8 |
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FEMA | 2663 |
Binomial Name | Origanummajorana |
Appearance | Pale yellow to yellow mobile liquid |
Odour | Herbaceous |