The volatile oil obtained by distillation from the fresh peel or juice of Citrus Limon L. Burmann filius (family Rutaceae). This oil is a nearly colorless liquid having the characteristic odor of the fruit. Soluble most fixed oils, insoluble glycerin and propylene glycol.
| Country of Origin |
Product of the United States of America |
| Ingredient Statement |
Lemon essence oil or natural flavor. |
| Specific Gravity (25°C) |
0.842 to 0.866 |
| Optical Rotation - angular degrees (100mm tube at 25°C) |
+55 to +78 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) |
1.470 to 1.475 |
| Ultraviolet Absorbance |
0.01 max |
| Aldehyde (%) w/w (expressed as Citral) |
1.5 to 3.5 |
| Regulatory Status |
Code of Federal Regulations, Vol. 21 "Food and Drugs"
Chapter 1--Food and Drug Administration
Part 182--"Substances Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS)
Subpart A--General Provision
Paragraph 182.20--"Essential Oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates)."
Food Chemical Codex; Lemon Oil, Distilled.
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| Shipping Temperature |
35°F to 70°F |
| Storage Temperature and Conditions |
35°F to 70°F
Once received, citrus oils should be stored at cool temperatures in full container with an inert gas-flushed headspace.
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| Shelf-Life |
24 months in unopened origional container |
| Warranty |
Ventura Coastal Corporation warrants to customer that at the time of shipment to customer, the ingredients delivered will meet the specifications herein provided. There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including any warranty of MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. |