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Bay Leaf (Pimento Racemosa)

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Pimenta racemosa · Sweet Spicy Eugenol Leaf

Bay Leaf Spice Oil

Bay Leaf Oil is a sweet, fresh, spicy oil steam distilled from the leaves of Pimenta racemosa (West Indian bay, the bay rum tree). Rich in eugenol, this bay leaf oil has a warm, clove-like spiciness prized in fragrance, aftershaves (bay rum) and spice blends.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our bay leaf oil is steam distilled from selected leaves to capture its sweet, spicy character. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter of 100% pure spice oils, we supply every batch with verifiable specification. Explore our full range of natural spice oils or browse our essential oils for more aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NamePimenta racemosa
Common NameWest Indian bay, bay rum tree
FamilyMyrtaceae
Major ConstituentsEugenol 45-53%, myrcene 25-29%
SourceLeaves
OriginCaribbean (Dominica typical)
Processing MethodSteam distillation
Colour / ConsistencyYellow to dark-brown liquid

Aroma Profile

Bay Leaf has a sweet, fresh, spicy, clove-like aroma from its eugenol content — a warm, spicy note.

Blends beautifully with

Bay leaf pairs with spice, citrus and wood materials, including:

Clove Cinnamon Nutmeg Bergamot Orange Cedarwood

The Bay Rum Tree

Bay leaf oil here is from the West Indian bay or bay rum tree (Pimenta racemosa), native to the Caribbean, and is the classic source of the ‘bay rum’ aftershave note.

It is distinct from culinary bay laurel (Laurus nobilis); this is the eugenol-rich Pimenta species.

Harvesting & Extraction

Bay leaf oil is steam distilled from the leaves, concentrating their eugenol-rich, spicy fraction. Explore more in our natural spice oils collection.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

  • Fragrance — a warm, spicy note central to ‘bay rum’ aftershaves and colognes.
  • Perfumery — a clove-like spice note for masculine and spicy accords.
  • Aromatherapy — a warming note in aromatherapy blends, used well diluted.
  • Spice blends — a sweet-spicy note in flavour work.

Related Oils You May Like

For more warm, spicy oils, explore related materials: Clove-Bud Spice Oil, Cinnamon Bark Oil, Nutmeg Oil, our natural spice oils.

Caution: Bay leaf oil is rich in eugenol, a possible skin sensitiser, so use well diluted and patch test; avoid during pregnancy. Dilute well before use and perform a patch test; for external use only unless working under professional guidance. Keep out of reach of children.

Why Buy Bay Leaf Oil (West Indian) From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer bay leaf oil (west indian) in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is bay leaf oil?
It is a sweet, spicy, eugenol-rich oil steam distilled from the leaves of Pimenta racemosa (West Indian bay / bay rum tree).
Is it the same as culinary bay?
No — this is the West Indian bay (Pimenta racemosa), distinct from culinary bay laurel (Laurus nobilis).
What does it smell like?
Sweet, fresh and spicy, with a warm clove-like character.
What is it used for?
Fragrance (bay rum), perfumery, aromatherapy and spice blends.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Bay leaf (Pimenta racemosa) oil is rich in eugenol with myrcene. Typical values below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Level / Character
Structural ClassNote
Eugenol45-53% — sweet, clove-spicy; principal (sensitiser)
ClassPhenol — main marker
Myrcene25-29% — fresh, green
ClassMonoterpene
Chavicol / methyl eugenolSpicy (methyl eugenol noted)
ClassPhenylpropanoids

Safety Summary

HazardsEugenol-rich; possible sensitiser; contains methyl eugenol.
ContraindicationsUse well diluted; avoid pregnancy; patch test.

Technical Notes

  • Origin mismatch — Origin field lists ‘Asia Minor’ while the description and botanical indicate West Indian bay from Dominica; please confirm.
  • Batch documentation — GC/MS and batch-specific CoA available on request.
Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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