Lavender essential oil has a beautiful, deep lavender scent, which is extremely fragrant. This is type "40/42", which means that the product contains 40 to 42% of linalyl acetate. Linalyl acetate is a naturally occurring substance compound found in plants and flowers. This is added to maintain consistency in the scent, making this type highly desirable . Lavender 40/42 is highly preferred over other lavender types, as the majority feel that this type of essential oil is the most natural smelling and also the most desirable for use in soap, lotion making and other bath & beauty products, as well as potpourri and candles. Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia (formerly officinalis) Method of extraction: Steam distillation Details: Bulk sizes come in plastic bottles for ease and security in shipping. Ready to pour into your smaller amber glass bottles to resell. You can more than double your money. We are a cruelty free company ~ We use recycled packing supplies