References

DMA Code

800378

CAS Number

90063-59-5

FEMA Number

3846

EINECS Number

290-018-7

Characteristics

The harvesting season of the berries of litsea cubeba trees in China takes place in a very short period of time (three weeks during August-September).  The trees are grown in mountainous regions and poor weather conditions can sometimes greatly affect the harvest.  The oil is a major source of citral with a content of around 85%.

Product Information

Category Essential Oils and Extracts

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period July - Sept

Natural Status EU Natural

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, fresh, green, lemon, grassy, citral

Common Applications apple, bergamot, lemon, herbal, spring rain, grass, mimosa

Appearance Pale yellow to yellow liquid

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation -1.0 to +10.0

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4800 - 1.4870

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.880 - 0.895

Flash Point ℃ 65°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

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