Tea Tree Oil – Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Detailed Specifications

Grade-wise specification, full ISO 4730 component ranges, test methods, safety, storage, packing and regulatory data

Values are typical ranges in line with ISO 4730. Actual results for each lot are reported on the batch Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Ranges follow the ISO 4730 chromatographic profile. A full GC-MS report for each batch is supplied on request.

Results on the COA follow our in-house validated procedures based on these standards.

• Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every batch: appearance, relative density, refractive index, optical rotation, terpinen-4-ol and 1,8-cineole.
• GC / GC-MS report with full ISO 4730 component profile, on request.
• Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS / SDS), on request.
• Allergen declaration (limonene, linalool and others) and IFRA information, on request.
• Oxidation check: fresh batches are filled in full, sealed containers to limit oxidation.
• Batch traceability and retained samples for every batch.

Oxidised tea tree oil is more likely to cause skin reactions. Keep away from children and pets. Not for internal use. Refer to the MSDS for complete information.

• Pack range: 100 ml to 200 kg
• Small packs: 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml aluminium or amber glass bottles
• Medium packs: 1 kg and 5 kg aluminium bottles or HDPE cans
• Bulk packs: 25 kg and 50 kg HDPE cans, up to 200 kg HDPE drums
• Labelling: product name, grade, batch no., date, net weight and hazard symbols
• Private label: custom bottles, labels and cartons on request

• Skin care for oily and blemish-prone skin: face wash, toners, spot gels, creams (premium grade)
• Hair and scalp care: shampoos, scalp oils and serums
• Soaps, liquid hand wash and body wash (standard grade)
• Foot care, body powders and deodorants
• Home care cleaners and aromatherapy

The information in this Technical Data Sheet is provided by Liana Health Care Pvt. Ltd. in good faith and is based on our current knowledge, laboratory data and published reference values. It is intended only as general guidance for qualified professional buyers and formulators.

• Typical values: All figures are typical ranges. Being a natural essential oil, values may vary between batches. Batch-specific results are stated only on the COA supplied with each consignment.
• Not a contractual specification: This document does not form part of any contract of sale unless confirmed in writing. Agreed specifications are those in our quotation, proforma invoice or COA.
• Buyer responsibility: Buyers must confirm suitability for their own formulation and end use, and ensure finished products comply with all applicable laws and labelling requirements.
• No therapeutic claims: Applications mentioned are general cosmetic and household uses only. Nothing here is medical advice or a claim to treat or prevent acne, infection or any disease.
• Limitation of liability: Liana Health Care Pvt. Ltd. accepts no liability for loss, damage or injury arising from misuse, improper storage or use of this information beyond its intended purpose.
• Updates: We may revise this document without prior notice. Please contact us for the latest revision.

© Liana Health Care Pvt. Ltd., Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India. This document may not be reproduced or altered without written permission.

Tea Tree Oil Uses and Starter Formulations for Startups and Learners

Use levels, choosing the grade and 6 practical formulas for spot gel, toner, scalp oil, soap, hand wash and foot spray

• Startups and small brands planning tea tree spot gels, toners, scalp oils, soaps, hand wash or foot sprays.
• Students and learners in skin care, hair care and personal care product making.
• Small manufacturers testing products at 100 g to 1 kg scale before bulk production.
• Why tea tree: one of the most trusted names in skin and scalp care, with steady demand all year round.
• All formulas are given in % w/w and grams, so they scale up easily. 1% = 1 g in a 100 g batch.

Always weigh oils in grams and never apply tea tree oil undiluted. Use fresh, well-stored oil, as oxidised oil irritates skin more. Patch test every skin product and keep away from eyes, children and pets.

A best-selling small product for blemish-prone skin.

Batch size: 100 g (about ten 10 g tubes)

Method

1. Mix tea tree oil with Polysorbate 20 until clear.
2. Slowly stir the premix into the aloe vera gel base.
3. Add the preservative and mix gently to avoid bubbles.
4. Fill into small tubes or airless pumps.

Formulator tips

• Use only on small spots, not all over the face.
• A ready aloe gel base saves the work of making a gel from scratch.

Caution: For external use only. Avoid eyes and broken skin. Patch test first. Stop use if irritation occurs.

A light, alcohol-free toner for oily skin.

Batch size: 100 ml

Method

1. Mix tea tree oil with Polysorbate 20 until clear.
2. Dissolve glycerin in the water.
3. Slowly add the oil premix to the water while stirring.
4. Add the preservative, mix and fill into spray or flip-cap bottles.

Formulator tips

• Replace 10% of the water with rose water for a softer aroma.
• If cloudy, raise Polysorbate 20 to 3%.

Caution: Avoid eyes. Patch test before use.

A refreshing scalp oil for dry, flaky scalps.

Batch size: 100 ml

Method

1. Warm coconut oil slightly if solid and weigh all carrier oils into a beaker.
2. Add vitamin E and the essential oils and stir well.
3. Fill into PET bottles with a nozzle cap.

Formulator tips

• Apply to the scalp, leave 1 hour, then wash.
• Add 0.5% peppermint oil for a cooling version.

Caution: For external use only. Keep away from eyes. Patch test before use.

A popular face and body soap with no lye handling.

Batch size: 1 kg (about ten 100 g bars)

Method

1. Cut the soap base into cubes and melt at 60–65°C. Do not boil.
2. Mix charcoal into a little melted base until smooth, then stir it back in.
3. Cool to about 55°C, add the oils and stir gently.
4. Pour into moulds, spray with rubbing alcohol, set 2 to 4 hours and wrap at once.

Formulator tips

• Do not add more than 1% charcoal, or the lather can turn grey.
• Wrap quickly to stop the glycerine soap from sweating.

Caution: Keep away from eyes. Stop use if irritation occurs.

An easy hand wash using a ready liquid soap base.

Batch size: 1 kg (about four 250 ml bottles)

Method

1. Weigh the hand wash base into a clean container.
2. Add the oils slowly while stirring gently to avoid foam.
3. Rest for a few hours, check clarity and fill into pump bottles.

Formulator tips

• If the base turns cloudy, premix the oils with an equal amount of Polysorbate 20 first.
• Do not make germ-killing claims unless the product is tested and approved.

Caution: Keep away from eyes. Stop use if irritation occurs.

A refreshing foot spray for gyms, sports and daily use.

Batch size: 100 ml

Method

1. Mix Polysorbate 20 with the essential oils until clear.
2. Add glycerin to the water.
3. Slowly add the oil premix to the water while stirring.
4. Add the preservative and fill into fine-mist spray bottles.

Formulator tips

• Spray on clean feet and inside shoes.
• Label: "Shake well before use".

Caution: For feet only. Do not spray on broken skin or near eyes.

Quality checks

• Keep one sample at 40–45°C for 2 to 4 weeks and check for changes, and retain a sample of every batch.

Labelling

• Show product name, ingredients, net quantity, batch number, manufacturing and expiry dates, and manufacturer details.
• Add "For external use only", "Avoid contact with eyes" and "Patch test before use".
• Avoid claims like "cures acne" or "kills germs" unless your product is tested and licensed for them.

Common mistakes

• Using old or oxidised tea tree oil, which irritates skin more.
• Using too much tea tree oil in face products.
• Adding the oil to water without a solubiliser.

• Trial packs from 100 ml for R&D, bulk packs up to 200 kg for production.
• Tea tree oil plus neem, lavender, rosemary, jojoba and soap bases from one supplier.
• White label and contract manufacturing for brands without their own factory.