Essential Oils

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These oils are of plant origin and are extremely odorous. Should not be stowed in same compartment as edible goods. Subject to being shipped in suitable and sufficiently strong containers, there is little reason to fear los or damage.
Certain essential oils, such as Cinnamon Oil and Clove Oil may suffer discolouration if shipped in an unsuitable container. Such oils should not, for instance, be shipped in tinplate containers, as this may cause discolouration. Proper treatment may restore the commodity. Such oils are not affected when shipped in aluminium containers, but such containers may affect other oils by discolouration.
The raw products used in the manufacture of essential oils, seeds, roots, etc., are liable to deterioration by contact with moisture. Some essential oils are referred to under individual headings.