Description

Limette Oil is a natural essential oil derived from the peel of the lime fruit, Citrus aurantifolia. This product is valued for its fresh, sharp, and uplifting citrus aroma, making it a key ingredient in flavor and fragrance formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the food & beverage, perfumery, cosmetics, and aromatherapy industries seeking authentic, high-quality natural extracts.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A primary component in creating citrus top notes for perfumes, colognes, air fresheners, and scented household products.
• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Used to impart a fresh, tangy lime flavor to confectionery, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and baked goods.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, shower gels, lotions, and creams for its refreshing scent and potential skin-beneficial properties.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in diffuser blends and massage oils for its reputed uplifting and clarifying effects.
• Natural Cleaning Products: Serves as a natural fragrance and degreasing agent in eco-friendly cleaning solutions.
• Pharmaceuticals: Occasionally used as a flavoring agent in syrups and liquid medications to mask unpleasant tastes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Limette Oil
CAS No.	8026-99-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; main components include d-Limonene
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Lime Oil, Cold Pressed; Essential oil of lime; Citrus aurantifolia (lime) oil; Lime peel oil; Cedro oil; Lima oil; Limetteöl; Huile essentielle de citron vert; Aceite esencial de lima
EINECS	232-433-8

Quality Control

Our Limette Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food, fragrance, and cosmetic applications. We ensure compliance with relevant pharmacopoeial monographs (where applicable) and industry specifications for natural essential oils. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing physical constants, chemical composition (via GC/MS), purity, and organoleptic properties is provided with every batch to guarantee consistency and traceability.

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). 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, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to greenish-yellow mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic, fresh odor of lime
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.482 - 1.486
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.863
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+34° to +47°
Assay (d-Limonene, GC)	45 - 65%
Acid Value	≤ 3.0 mg KOH/g

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