Steam distilled oil from the rhizomes (small) of Galangal Officinarum
Uses and Advance Studies
In fragrances and flavor it impart warm and spicy note witcamphoraceous background. It is stomachic , stimulant and carminative(Chopra et al, Nadkarni 1954)
Physico Chemical Properties
| Specification |
Limit |
| Colour |
Light yellow |
| Refractive Index at 15°C |
1.470 to 1.4800 |
| Specific Gravity at 15°C |
0.9200 to 0.9300 |
| Optical Rotation |
-5° to -15° |
| Flash Point |
58°C |
