References

DMA Code

800366

CAS Number

90063-52-8

FEMA Number

2632

EINECS Number

290-010-3

Characteristics

The screw-pressing of the fruit produces a juice-essential oil emulsion.  After the juice is largely separated from the settled oil layer, still steam-distillation of the remaining juice-oil emulsion takes place.  This results in changes to the essential oil that are similar to the changes induced by thermal treatment in highly acidic conditions.

Product Information

Category Essential Oils and Extracts

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period n/a

Natural Status EU Natural

Organoleptic Descriptors lime

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

Appearance Colourless to greenish yellow liquid

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation +34.0 to +47.0

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4740 - 1.4770

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.857 - 0.865

Flash Point ℃ 47°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

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