Extracted by distillation from the wood of this evergreen tree, there are then three extractions made from - only White is safe for aromatherapy use as it contains no Safrol (unlike Yellow and Brown). White should still, however, be treated with caution and used in moderation.
is a traditional ingredient of mothballs and these can be made at home by adding 10 drops of White to a cotton wool ball and placing these in cupboards, drawers, etc. (They should be kept well out of the reach of children and pets.)
To keep other airborne pests at bay, try adding 5 drops to a burner or diffuser.