Ravintsara ct. 1,8-cineole Essential Oil
(Cinnamomum camphora)

Organic Ravintsara essential oil (Cinnamomum camphora chemotype 1,8-cineole), also known as Ho Leaf CT cineole and in Japan as yu-sho or camphor oil tree. The fresh and clean aroma of Ravintsara essential oil strongly resembles eucalyptus. Both oils share the same key ingredient – ​​1,8-cineole, which is responsible for their clear, stimulating effects.

Ravintsara supports free breathing, natural immunity during cold season, and mental clarity, boosting energy when the body needs support in the colder months. Madagascar ravintsara—with a well-balanced profile and approximately 48% 1,8-cineole—has antiviral and immunostimulating properties, while also being more gentle than Eucalyptus globulus. Ideal for diffusion during periods of increased infection, for personal inhalers, and for blends that promote concentration and recovery after illness.

While camphor trees are native to Taiwan, China, and Japan, Ravintsara essential oil in its therapeutic form is extracted exclusively from the leaves of trees grown in Madagascar – regions with a specific microclimate that favors high 1,8-cineole and low camphor content, making it one of the purest eucalyptus oils in the world.

Product properties
Country of origin: Madagascar
Part of the plant: Leaves
Cultivation: Organic
Groups of organic compounds: Monoterpenes, monoterpene alcohols (monoterpenols), oxides
Botanical family: Lauraceae
Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties

Fragrance profile

• Aroma: fresh, clean, slightly camphorous, with a hint of eucalyptus and earthiness
• Fragrance classification: medium
• Appearance: liquid
• Color: colorless to light yellow

Chemical profile (dominant components):

1.8-Cineola – 48.02%
Sabinen – 12.95%
α-Terpineol – 9.95%
α-Pinene – 6.77%
Terpinen-4-ol – 4.14%
β-Pinene – 3.64%
γ-Terpinene – 2.67%
α-Terpinene – 2.34%
p-Cyamen – 1.97%
Limonene – 1.92%
β-Caryophyllene – 1.28%
Myrcene – 1.05%

Application

Breath – cold season
Open your breath and clear your head. Add 1 drop of ravintsara oil to hot (not boiling) water and inhale the gentle steam for a few minutes.
Cleansing – support during the infectious period
Help purify the air and support your body's natural defenses by diffusing ravintsara – especially when cold symptoms appear.
Energy - Concentration and Energy
Feeling tired and distracted? Make a personal inhaler with ravintsara to regain clarity and focus throughout the day.

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 5 years
Safety and warnings
If oxidized, it may cause irritation or allergic reactions.
It may also reduce the effectiveness of homeopathic remedies. It is too strong for use on infants and children under 10 years of age—especially on the face or in steam inhalations. It should be used with caution in children aged 5–10. Special caution should also be exercised in people with asthma.

Combinations for ravintsara oil
For immunity: Combine ravintsara with radiata eucalyptus and a hint of Scots pine, Mediterranean cypress or black spruce to support breathing and the body's natural defenses.
For concentration: Combine the fresh clarity of ravintsara with lemon and rosemary. This woody-citrus aroma clears your thoughts, organizes your attention, and energizes you.
For nervous tension: Reach for a soothing blend: ravintsara with soft bergamot and enveloping lavender. This delicate, harmonizing composition helps calm tension and restores ease of breathing.

Production date: June 2025
Expiration date: June 2030
Batch number: E1001975

It's worth noting that ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) was for many years confused with ravensara (Ravensara aromatica), an oil with a completely different biochemical composition and properties. This confusion persists in older publications and catalogs, so today it's always important to pay attention to the botanical name and chemotype.

Vessel essential oils are tested using GC/MS and GC/FID methods, confirming their authenticity, purity and compliance with the natural plant profile.
The analysis utilizes gas chromatography combined with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) in SCAN mode to precisely identify each component. Quantitative composition is determined using GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural oils, free from synthetic additives—ideal for professional aromatherapy applications. The distillery specializes in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAP) and complies with ISO 9001/22000 and Organic/COSMOS standards, among others.

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