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Cardamom Essential Oil

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Cardamom Essential Oil is steam-distilled from dried Cardamom seeds grown in the gardens of Southern India. Each Cardamom pod is carefully hand-harvested, dried, and crushed before being placed into the distillation still.

One of the most fascinating characteristics of Cardamom Essential Oil is its balanced contrast between warmth and coolness. It has a fresh, sweet-spicy aroma layered with warm herbal nuances and subtle citrus facets. Unlike many traditional Spice essential oils, Cardamom provides the warmth associated with spices while retaining a distinctive freshness throughout its development. As it dries down, its cool, green facets gradually blend into sweet, spicy, woody nuances.

Technical standards

Lot NCI/202605038 MFD 5/1/2026 BBD 5/1/2029
Physical appearance Transparent liquid Conform
Color Colorless to pale yellow Conform
Odor Spicy-sweet, rich, warm, highly aromatic, with a slightly cineolic aroma, becoming balsamic-woody and increasingly sweet in the drydown; extremely tenacious Conform
Specific Gravity @20˚C 0.908 → 0.949 0.923
Refractive Index @20˚C 1.445 → 1.483 1.4618
Optical Rotation @20˚C +22.0° → +44.0° 23.4°
Primary Constituents Terpenyl Acetate, 1.8 Cineole, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, Alpha-Terpineol Conform
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  • BOTANICAL NAME

    Elettaria cardamomum

  • OLFACTIVE FAMILY

    Spicy

  • CAS NO.

    8000-66-6

  • Steam distillation

    Seed

  • SHELF LIFE

    2-5 years

Manufactured in India

India is a diverse and culturally rich country known for its ancient traditions, including the use of essential oils in holistic healing practices like Ayurveda. India is one of the largest producers of essential oils, extracting them from a variety of plants, herbs, and flowers such as sandalwood, jasmine, lemongrass, and patchouli. These oils are used in aromatherapy, skincare, and traditional medicine for their therapeutic properties. The country's favorable climate and biodiversity make it ideal for cultivating aromatic plants, making Indian essential oils highly prized worldwide for their purity and potency.
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Olfactory Pyramid

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Notes

Gia vị (Spice)
Fresh
Sweet
Aromatic
Citrus

Blending

Cardamom is a particularly interesting fragrance ingredient because it can introduce a Spicy character without making a composition feel excessively hot, dense, or heavy.

Cardamom Essential Oil opens with a highly Aromatic, bright, and powerful character. It carries nuances reminiscent of therapeutic Herbs, accompanied by a sweet, warm, gently spicy quality. As it dries down, its green and cooling facets gradually merge with sweet-spicy, woody, and resinous notes.

Cardamom’s strength does not necessarily lie in creating an immediately recognizable “spice” note, but rather in its ability to add texture and dimension to an accord. At low dosages, it can brighten the opening of a fragrance while introducing a subtle, almost elusive Spicy nuance that can be difficult to identify individually. In Woody or Amber compositions, Cardamom can create an intriguing contrast between a cool top note and a warm base.

Aromatherapy

In aromatherapy, Cardamom Essential Oil is commonly used for its uplifting and stimulating qualities, helping promote alertness and mental clarity. It is often incorporated into aromatic blends intended to ease feelings of fatigue and stress. Some studies have also suggested that Cardamom Essential Oil may help reduce feelings of nausea and exhibits antimicrobial and antifungal activity.

Therapeutic properties

Use only under the guidance of a doctor and aromatherapy specialists.
Do not self-administer essential oils for ingestion or medical treatment.

  • Analgesic

    Reduces pain sensation

  • Anti-inflammatory

    Alleviates inflammation

  • Antispasmodic

    Prevents or relieves spasms, convulsions, or contractions

  • Calmative

    Sedative, calming agent

  • Carminative

    Relieves flatulence, easing abdominal pain and bloating

  • Nervine

    Acts on nerves; relieves nervous disorders

  • Pectoral

    Beneficial for diseases or conditions of the chest and respiratory system

  • Stomachic

    Good for the stomach; gastric tonic, digestive aid
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No contraindications known. Generally recognized as safe

Shipping & Returns

  • All orders will be processed within 1-2 business days from the time the order is confirmed.
  • Free shipping is available for international retail orders valued at 500 USD or more.
  • Delivery time is 1-3 business days for local areas, 3-7 days for suburban and nationwide deliveries, and 1-4 weeks for international orders.
  • You have 30 days from the date of receipt to initiate the return process.
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Certificates of Quality

  • Certificate of Origin (COO)

    Certification of the country or region where the essential oil is harvested.
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  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)

    Provides information on the physical and chemical properties of the product.
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  • IFRA Certificate of Conformity

    Sets safety standards and guidelines for the product in manufacturing.
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  • GCMS Chromatography Report

    Identifies natural compounds in the essential oil and verifies the absence of artificial ingredients.
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  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

    Provides important safety guidelines for transporting, storing, and using the product.
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  • Vietnam Standards (QUATEST)

    Tests the composition of single-fragrance oils according to QTTN/KT3 022:2017 criteria.
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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a sample?

Scent does not offer free samples of its high-quality products. However, you can purchase 10ml sample at a special discounted price compared to the market price.

What documents will I receive when I purchase a product?

When you make a purchase, you will receive a Certificate of Origin (COO), Certificate of Analysis (COA), IFRA compliance certificate, Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) report, and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Are the prices on the website inclusive of VAT?

The listed prices do not include the 8% VAT.

Does Scent have a store where I can try the products?

You can visit Scent's showroom in Ho Chi Minh City to explore fragrances and experience the products firsthand.

However, with the aim of becoming an online provider of fragrance products in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, Scent does not open additional branches. This approach helps optimize costs and allows us to offer you high-quality products at the best prices in the market.

Can essential oils be applied directly to the skin?

Many essential oils need to be diluted before being applied to the skin; otherwise, their high concentration may cause irritation.

Can pregnant women use essential oils?

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare professional before using essential oils, as they can affect hormones and the impact on the baby during development is not well understood.

What is the difference between natural essential oils and synthetic fragrances?

Essential oils are extracted from parts of plants, are entirely natural, and have therapeutic properties. In contrast, synthetic fragrances are created in a lab and contain artificial components.

How can I ensure that the essential oil is pure?

Scent.vn works directly with reputable global partners, inspecting their facilities and sourcing regions to ensure authenticity. We also conduct GCMS tests on each product to verify its components and quality.

How should essential oils be stored after purchase?

You should store essential oils in aluminum or dark glass bottles, away from sunlight, and at a temperature between 0 to 20℃.

Can I become a distributor of essential oils?

Scent.vn focuses on direct sales to maintain quality control and therefore does not offer a distributor program for this product line. However, you can purchase essential oils in bulk from Scent.vn and sell them under your own brand.