Pure Tea Tree Essential Oil — South Africa

Botanical name: Melaleuca alternifolia · Purity: 100% Pure

South African Origin, Steam-Distilled

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Steam-distilled from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, this tea tree oil opens crisp, green, and camphorous, with a fresh, clean edge that lingers like a just-wiped countertop. It is a favorite for soap making and cleaning-style home fragrance blends.

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We happily take bulk orders of this tea tree oil. Every size, from 0.5 oz to 400 lbs, comes from the same standard as the smallest bottle, and formulators, makers, and resellers are all welcome.

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South African Tea Tree Essential Oil at a Glance

Botanical NameMelaleuca alternifolia
Purity100% Pure
Plant PartLeaves
Extraction MethodSteam-distilled from the leaves
Aroma ProfileCrisp, green, and camphorous with a fresh, clean edge
Perfumery NoteTop
Blends Well WithLavender, lemon, rosemary, eucalyptus, peppermint, cedarwood
Shelf Life & StorageTypically 1 to 2 years when sealed. Keep tightly capped in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight.

Ways to Use It

Diffuser blends

Add a few drops to a diffuser with lemon or rosemary for a crisp, green room scent that suits kitchens, entryways, and workspaces.

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Soap making

Its camphorous freshness carries through cold-process and melt-and-pour bars, giving handmade soap a clean, herbal scent that holds up on the shelf.

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Diluted skincare

Blend a small amount into jojoba or sweet almond oil at a low dilution for a body oil or massage blend with a bright, fresh aroma.

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Room and linen sprays

Mix with water, a dispersant, and a touch of lavender for a homemade spray that leaves closets, linens, and bathrooms smelling fresh and tidy.

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Dilution & Safety

This is a concentrated botanical material. For skin use, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test on a small area first. Keep away from eyes, children, and pets. Not for internal use. Store tightly capped in a cool, dark place.

What Buyers Say About Our South Africa Tea Tree Essential Oil

Frequently Asked Questions

How pure is this tea tree oil? ▾
It is bottled 100% pure and undiluted: steam-distilled tea tree oil with no carrier oil or filler added. What you pour is the distillate itself, which is why we suggest diluting it in a carrier oil before it touches your skin.
What species is this, and is it the same as other Melaleuca oils? ▾
It comes from Melaleuca alternifolia, the same species that is the standard source of tea tree oil worldwide. Buyers sometimes confuse it with other Melaleuca oils such as niaouli or cajeput, which smell softer and sweeter. This one is sharper, greener, and more camphorous.
What does it smell like, and what does it blend with? ▾
Crisp, green, and camphorous with a fresh, clean edge, closer to medicinal-herbal freshness than to sweetness. It pairs well with lavender, lemon, rosemary, eucalyptus, peppermint, and cedarwood in diffuser blends, soaps, and room sprays.
How should I dilute it for skin use? ▾
Dilute 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or sweet almond. That is roughly 3 to 12 drops per ounce of carrier. Patch test a small area first, and keep the blend away from your eyes.
What sizes do you offer, and do you sell wholesale? ▾
We offer ten sizes: 0.5 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, 5 lbs, 25 lbs, 100 lbs, and 400 lbs. Bulk orders are welcome, and soap makers, formulators, and resellers buy the larger sizes from the same standard as the small bottles.
How does per-ounce pricing change with size? ▾
Per-ounce cost falls steadily as you move up the size range. The largest size works out to less than half the per-ounce price of the smallest bottle, so anyone using the oil regularly saves by stepping up.
Can I get lab documentation with a bulk order? ▾
If you need documentation for a bulk order, please contact us before ordering and tell us what you need and what it is for. We will talk it through with you so you know what is available before you check out.
Which size should I choose? ▾
Start with 0.5 oz or 1 oz to try the scent in a diffuser or a small batch of soap. The 4 oz to 16 oz bottles suit regular home use. Makers who pour weekly usually move to 5 lbs or more.
How and when does my order ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need extra handling, so allow a little more time for them. Checkout runs through our Shopify store, where you can pick your size and pay securely.
Why would I order this next to another tea tree oil? ▾
Buyers who already use our other tea tree oil often order this one to compare the two in their own formulas. Both are the same species, so test the scent in a small batch of soap or room spray before scaling up.

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