Description

Litsea Cubeba Oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the fruit of the *Litsea cubeba* plant, prized for its fresh, citrusy aroma with subtle floral notes. This high-quality oil is a versatile and valuable ingredient for industries requiring natural fragrance and flavor components. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, cosmetics, aromatherapy, and food & beverage sectors for its unique organoleptic profile and natural origin.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key top-note component in perfumes, colognes, soaps, detergents, and air fresheners for its strong, uplifting lemon-citronella scent.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a natural fragrance agent in lotions, creams, shampoos, and skincare products.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in diffuser blends and massage oils for its reputed calming and de-stressing properties.
• Food & Beverage: Serves as a natural flavoring agent (where food-grade quality is assured) for candies, beverages, and baked goods.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A source of citral, which is used in the synthesis of vitamins (e.g., Vitamin A) and ionones.
• Industrial Applications: Can act as a natural solvent or cleaning agent in specialty formulations and as an intermediate in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Litsea Cubeba Oil
CAS No.	68855-99-2
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main component: C10H16O (Citral)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	May Chang Oil; Litsea Citrata Oil; Mountain Pepper Oil; Chinese Pepper Oil; *Litsea cubeba* fruit oil; Essential oil of *Litsea cubeba*; Citral-rich oil
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Litsea Cubeba Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for its target applications. We offer various grades, including Fragrance Grade, Cosmetic Grade, and Food Grade (FCC), with specifications tailored to client requirements. Every batch is analyzed using GC/MS and other appropriate methods to ensure consistent composition, purity, and organoleptic properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light will degrade quality. For long-term storage, consider filling the headspace with an inert gas such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic fresh, strong lemon-like odor
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.880 - 0.895
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+3° to +12°
Citral Content (GC)	≥ 70% (Typical 75-85%)
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol and oils; insoluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.