Tea Tree (Australian)
Short answer
Tea Tree (Australian) (Melaleuca alternifolia) is a herbal material from Australia, produced by steam distillation from leaves or flowering tops. It is in stock at €95 per kg with a minimum order of 10 kg, and every batch is GC/MS screened and shipped with a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet.
About Tea Tree (Australian)
NSW plantations, terpinen-4-ol chemotype. Cosmetic & homecare. Antibacterial workhorse.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Melaleuca alternifolia |
| INCI / labelling name | Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil |
| Material type | Herbal |
| Extraction method | Steam distillation from leaves or flowering tops |
| Plant part | Leaves / flowering tops |
| Origin | Australia |
| Perfume note position | Top |
| Typical constituents | Terpinen-4-ol, Gamma-terpinene, Alpha-terpinene, 1,8-Cineole |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and oils; slightly soluble in water |
| Shelf life | 24 months unopened, 12 months after opening |
| Storage | Store upright in the original sealed container, away from light, heat and air. Recommended 15-25 C. |
| Price from | €95.00 / kg |
| Minimum order quantity | 10 kg |
Typical applications
- ✓Perfumery
- ✓Aromatherapy
- ✓Diffuser blends
- ✓Cosmetics
- ✓Oral care
Batch-specific values such as assay, density, refractive index, optical rotation and the full GC/MS chromatogram are issued with the certificate of analysis for the lot you receive. The values on this page are the standard profile for this material.
Pricing
€95.00/kg
Minimum order 10 kg · lead time 7-14 days
Questions about this material
What is the minimum order quantity for Tea Tree (Australian)?
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10 kg. Smaller volumes are available as samples, typically 5-10 ml, so you can evaluate the material before ordering. Full drums are 5 L and larger.
How is Tea Tree (Australian) tested?
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Every batch is screened by GC/MS to confirm botanical identity and composition, and ships with a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet showing the lot-specific result.
What documentation accompanies a Tea Tree (Australian) order?
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The batch certificate of analysis, the safety data sheet, the IFRA conformity statement for your product category, and lot traceability back to the distiller and origin.
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