8006-75-5

Basic information

• Product Name: Dill Oil
• Synonyms: OIL, DILLWEED;americandillweedoil;anethioil;anethumgraveolens,oil;dillfruitoil;dilloilindian;dillseedoil,indian;dillseedoileuropean
• CAS NO: 8006-75-5
• Molecular Formula: Unspecified
• Molecular Weight: 0
• EINECS: 289-790-8
• Product Categories: Alphabetical Listings;C-D;Flavors and Fragrances
• Mol File: 8006-75-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 189 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 147 °F
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.888 g/mL at 25 °C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.483(lit.)
• CAS DataBase Reference: Dill Oil(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Dill Oil(8006-75-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Dill Oil(8006-75-5)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 38-10
• Safety Statements: 37-16
• RIDADR: UN 1993 3/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: RJ3691500
• Hazardous Substances Data: 8006-75-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Dill Oil, derived from the plant Anethum graveolens, is a pale-yellow to yellow liquid with a strong, fresh, somewhat spicy, aromatic odor and a warm, slightly burning taste. It is obtained by steam distillation of the dill weed (herb) before the fruits become mature, and its main constituents are α-phellandrene, limonene, carvone, and (+)-dill ether. The latter is responsible for the typical organoleptic properties of the dill plant and, thus, of dill weed oil.
Used in Flavoring Industry:
Dill Oil is used as a flavoring agent for its strong, fresh, and somewhat spicy aromatic properties. It is commonly used in the food and beverage industry to add a unique taste and aroma to various products.
Used in Perfumery Industry:
Dill Oil is used as a fragrance ingredient in the perfumery industry due to its pleasant and distinctive scent. It can be used to create a variety of perfumes, colognes, and other scented products.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Dill Oil is used as a medicinal ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. Its chemical constituents, such as carvone, have been found to possess various therapeutic properties, including antifungal, antibacterial, and antispasmodic effects.
Used in Aromatherapy:
Dill Oil is used in aromatherapy for its calming and soothing properties. It can help reduce stress, anxiety, and promote relaxation.
Used in Cosmetic Industry:
Dill Oil is used in the cosmetic industry for its potential skin care benefits. It can be incorporated into skincare products, such as creams, lotions, and serums, to provide a refreshing and rejuvenating effect on the skin.
Used in Agriculture:
Dill Oil can be used in agriculture as a natural pesticide or insect repellent due to its strong aromatic properties, which can help deter pests and insects from crops.
Used in Food Preservation:
Dill Oil can be used as a natural preservative in the food industry. Its antimicrobial properties can help extend the shelf life of various food products by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms.

Preparation

By steam distillation of the freshly cut plants of A . graveolens L. (Guenther, 1950).

Essential oil composition

Dill seed oil: Limonene (5.9%), α-pinene (1.3%), γ-terpinene (0.1%), decanal (0.2%), terpinen-4-ol (0.1%), β-elemene (0.1%), cis-dihydrocarvone and caryophyllene (0.8%), trans-hydrocarone (16.6%), carvone (20.9%), dillapiole (52.5%). Dill weed oil: The major constituents are carvone (35%), limonene (25%), α-phellandrene (29%), 3,7-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrocoumaran (2.9%). In addition, myristicin, dillapiole and unidentified waxes have been reported.

Pharmacology

Dill oil from parts of the A . graveolens plant at concentrations of 50-100 μg/ml had a spasmolytic effect on smooth muscle (isolated rabbit and guinea-pig intestine and guinea-pig lung) and a 5% emulsion in physiological saline given iv to cats at 5-10 mg/kg increased respiratory volume and depressed blood pressure (Shipochliev, 1968). The spasmolytic effect was considered to be chiefly myotropic. In nearly 100 haemorrhoidal patients, one-third of whom were young, repeated oral doses and nightly enemas of an aqueous infusion prepared from 20-25 g dill plant (A. graveolens) in 200-250 g water caused complete and lasting reduction of venous knots in 2-3 wk (Freise, 1938).

Safety Profile

Mildly toxic by ingestion. A skin irritant. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.