References

DMA Code

800390

CAS Number

8028-48-6

FEMA Number

2824

EINECS Number

232-433-8

Characteristics

Washington Navel is the second most important orange variety in the world after Valencia.  It is the leading variety in Brazil, California, Paraguay, South Africa, Australia and Japan.  The oil is expressed from the skin as the orange fruit is squashed to collect the juice.  The oil is further processed and the waxes removed by chilling and centrifugation.

Product Information

Category Essential Oils and Extracts

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period Year round

Natural Status EU Natural

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, fresh, juicy, orange

Common Applications passion fruit, citrus, lemon, lime, peach, orange, apricot, mandarin

Appearance Orange liquid

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation +94.0 to +99.0

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4720 - 1.4740

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.844 - 0.848

Flash Point ℃ 46°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

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