| Botanical Name | Acorus calamus |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Form | Liquid |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water,soluble in alcohol and oils |
| Specific Gravity | 1.0350 – 1.1050 @ 25degC |
| Optical Rotation | .0deg to +1deg |
| Refractive Index | 1.543 – 1.552 @ 25degC |
| Plant Part Used | Root |
| Brand | Sivaroma |
This oil can be used for drawing notes in Oriental type perfumes. Costus Oil is extracted from herbs of Costus. It is used in a wide range of cosmetic products as it has several skin benefits. The oil extracted out of it is used in making medicines. It is used in treating infections caused by worms. Chemicals in costus oil help in preventing the airways from narrowing and this effect lowers blood pressure. It is used for treating cough, gas, asthma and severe intestinal diseases like cholera and dysentery. Also, it is used as a tonic and to stimulate digestion. It is used as a flavoring component in foods and beverages. It is also used as a fixative and fragrance in cosmetics.
