What are the full physicochemical properties of this Nardostachys spikenard oil?
Relative density 0.930–1.000 (20°C), refractive index 1.480–1.530 (20°C), optical rotation -30° to -10°, heavy metals Pb <10 ppm / As <2 ppm / Hg <1 ppm, microbial counts per ISO 21149 (aerobic bacteria <100 CFU/g) and ISO 16212 (yeast & mould <10 CFU/g); 36-month shelf life. Soluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in water.This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.