Lemon Oil, Expressed
A volatile oil obtained by expression, without the aid of heat, from the fresh peel of the fruit of Citrus limon L. Burmann filius (Fam. Rutaceae).
Packaged under nitrogen.
Functional Use in Foods: Flavoring Agent
CAS # |
8008-56-8 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
2 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay [Aldehydes as Citral; (C10H16O)] | 2.2-3.8% |
Angular Rotation | +57° to +65.6° |
Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.473-1.476 |
Solubility in Alcohol | To pass test |
Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.849-0.855 |
UV Absorbance @ 315 ± 3 nm | Min. 0.2 A.U. |
Shipping Information |
Extract, flavoring, liquid (lemon oil), 3, UN1197, PG III. Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
UPS limit |
70 lb |
Storage Information |
LIGHT SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers. |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.