Clove Bud Essential Oil

An essential oil distilled from the dried flower buds of clove (Syzygium aromaticum), a spice native to Southeast Asia.

Distilled clove bud oil produces a strong, warm, and spicy aroma with a sharp, penetrating character. The scent is closely associated with whole cloves used in cooking, with a deep, rich spice profile and a slightly sweet undertone.

• 100% pure essential oil
• Distilled from dried clove buds
• Strong warm and spicy aroma
• Suitable for aromatherapy, perfumery, and formulation
• Undiluted and free from synthetic fragrance

Aroma Profile

Clove bud essential oil has an intense spice-forward aroma with a pronounced warmth.

Typical aromatic notes include:

• strong warm spice
• sharp, slightly sweet clove character
• deep woody undertone
• mild balsamic warmth

The aroma is bold and dominant, often used in small amounts within blends.

Common Uses

Clove bud essential oil can be used in a variety of aromatic and formulation applications.

Aromatherapy

• warming aromatic blends
• spice-based diffuser compositions
• balancing sweeter or lighter oils

Perfumery

• spice note in natural perfumes
• adding depth to woody or resin blends
• supporting warm fragrance compositions

Formulation

• soaps and liquid cleansers
• candles and room fragrances
• botanical personal care products

As with most essential oils, topical use should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Botanical Origin

Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is a tropical tree whose flower buds are harvested before blooming.

These buds are hand-picked and dried, developing the characteristic spice used widely in culinary applications. The dried buds contain the aromatic compounds responsible for clove’s distinctive scent.

Cloves are primarily produced in Southeast Asia, with Indonesia being one of the largest sources.

Extraction

This oil is obtained through distillation of dried clove buds.

During distillation, heat releases volatile aromatic compounds present in the buds. These vapors condense after cooling to form essential oil.

Clove buds yield a relatively high amount of essential oil compared to many other plant materials.

Composition

Clove bud essential oil contains naturally occurring aromatic compounds including:

• eugenol
• eugenyl acetate
• β-caryophyllene

These compounds contribute to the oil’s strong, spicy aroma and characteristic warmth.

Natural variation in composition may occur depending on bud quality and distillation conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as clove used in cooking?
Yes. It comes from the same dried flower buds, but in concentrated essential oil form.

Is the oil diluted?
No. The oil is undiluted and contains no carrier oils or synthetic fragrance.

Can this oil be applied directly to skin?
Essential oils should be diluted before topical use.

What is the recommended usage level?
For dermal applications, a maximum concentration of around 0.5% is generally observed.

Product Details

Botanical name: Syzygium aromaticum
Plant part: buds
Extraction: distillation
Distilled in: Philippines
Aroma: warm, spicy, strong, slightly sweet