Description

Lemongrass Oil, West Indian Type is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the aromatic grass *Cymbopogon citratus*, prized for its fresh, lemony, and herbaceous scent profile. This natural extract is a cornerstone ingredient for creating authentic, clean-label products across the flavor, fragrance, and wellness industries. It is essential for manufacturers in the food & beverage, cosmetics, aromatherapy, and natural product sectors seeking a high-quality, volatile concentrate for their formulations.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key top-note in perfumery for soaps, detergents, and fine fragrances, and as a natural lemon flavoring agent in beverages, confectionery, and baked goods.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Used in diffuser blends, massage oils, and candles for its reputed uplifting and clarifying properties.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, lotions, and shampoos for its fresh aroma and potential skin-benefitting qualities.
• Natural Product Formulations: Serves as a botanical ingredient in insect repellents, household cleaners, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage: Provides a natural citrus flavor in teas, herbal infusions, and specialty culinary applications.
• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical: Used as a flavor corrigent in oral dosage forms and as an active component in some traditional remedy preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lemongrass Oil, West Indian Type
CAS No.	8007-02-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main component: Citral (Geranial and Neral)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Essential Oil)
Synonyms	Cymbopogon Citratus Oil; Lemon Grass Oil; West Indian Lemongrass Oil; Madagascar Lemongrass Oil; Guatemala Lemongrass Oil; Andropogon Citratus Oil; Fever Grass Oil
EINECS	284-111-1

Quality Control

Our Lemongrass Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for global markets. We ensure batch-to-batch consistency through comprehensive analytical testing, including GC-MS for composition and organoleptic assessment. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters like citral content, optical rotation, and refractive index are available upon request. Our quality systems support compliance with relevant standards such as FCC, ISO, and guidelines for natural products.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen headspace) for long-term preservation of quality and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to yellowish-brown clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic, fresh, lemony, herbaceous
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Relative Density (20°C)	0.870 - 0.900
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-3° to +1°
Assay (Citral, by GC)	Min. 75%
Solubility in Ethanol	1:2 in 90% ethanol, usually clear

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