High pure Citronella essential oil Citronella essential oil is also called vanilla oil.It is extracted from the lemongrass by steam distillation. its main component is citronellal, geraniol and citronellol.Citronella possesses warming and activating qualities on biological levels. The essential oil of Citronella has an uplifting effect on mood. It has a softening effect on the skin and also helps to combat excessive perspiration - making it extremely useful for use on feet. It has antiseptic, bactericidal, deodorant and insecticide properties. Citronella essential oil application: Citronella essential oil is used extensively as a source of perfumery chemicals such as citronellal, citronellol and geraniol. These chemicals find extensive use in soap, perfumery, cosmetic and flavouring industries throughout the world. Citronella essential oil is also a renowned plant-based insect repellent, and has been registered for this use in the United States since 1948. The United States Environmental Protection Agency considers oil of citronella as a biopesticide with a non-toxic mode of action. Research also shows that citronella essential oil has strong antifungal properties,and is effective in calming barking dogs. · Kind of insect repellents, mosquito repellents. · Laundry soap, detergent, floor wax. · Food & cosmetic. · Medicament. Citronella essential oil storage Our Citronella essential oil is stored in a cool, dry place and keep away from direct strong sunshine. Citronella essential oil specification as below
Items of inspection
Standard
Result of Report
Character
yellow oily liquid
Qualified
Specific Gravity
0.888~0.892
0.887
Refractive Index
1.470~1.474
1.472
Optical Rotation
-5º~ -4 º
-4 º
Solubility
1 unit completed dissolved in 3 times the volume of 70% ethanol, assume clarified solution
Content
citronellal>35%,citronellol>85%
qualified
Microbial Limit
bacteria≤1000/ g
<9/ g
mold≤100/ g
<9/ g
Escherichia coli: forbidden
qualified
Live acarid: forbidden
Qualified
Salmonella: forbidden
qualified
Citronella essential oil shelf life: 3 years If any quality issues, it should be claimed within 3 weeks from the date when Citronella essential oil arrived at destination. Refund will be given or the Citronella essential oil will be replaced by qualified material. All charges involved are on our account If you are interested in Citronella essential oil ,Don't hesitate to contact Tony. Citronella essential oil free sample can be supplied.