References

DMA Code

800362

CAS Number

90063-52-8

FEMA Number

2631

EINECS Number

290-010-3

Characteristics

The screw-pressing of the fruit produces a juice-essential oil emulsion.  The emulsion is then steam distilled and the oil separated from the condensate by decantation.  The drastic thermal treatment in the highly acidic lime juice leads to changes in the essential oil.  However these changes are appareciated for some applications and furthermore, having undergone drastic acid-thermal action, the oil is extremely stable in acid applications.

Product Information

Category Essential Oils and Extracts

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period May - Aug

Natural Status EU Natural

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, fresh, terpene, lime

Common Applications bergamot, citrus, lemon, lime, melon, elder flower

Appearance Pale yellow to yellow liquid

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation +32.0 to +47.0

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4680 - 1.4820

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.855 - 0.870

Flash Point ℃ 50°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

Storage Recommendations Sealed containers in a cool dark place. Check quality before use.