The volatile oil obtained by distillation from the juice or the whole crushed fruit of Citrus aurantifolia Swingle.
Packaged under nitrogen.
Functional Use in Foods: Flavoring Agent
CAS # |
8008-26-2 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
2 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay [Aldehydes as Citral; (C10H16O)] | 0.5-2.5% |
Angular Rotation | +34° to +47° |
Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.474-1.477 |
Solubility in Alcohol | To pass test |
Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.855-0.863 |
Shipping Information |
Extract, flavoring, liquid (lime 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.