Botonical Name | : | Cymbopogon flexuosus | |
CAS # | : | 8007-02-1 | |
Country of Origin | : | India | |
Color & Odor | : | Pale yellow to radish brown liquid. Very strong and stimulating characteristic lemon odor. | |
Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.880 – 0.906 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | -3.0 to +2.0 @ 20°C | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.4785 – 1.4890 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | >100°C | |
Storage & Handling | : | Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum. | |
Storage Temperature | : | Ambient 10°C - 32°C | |
Extraction Method | : | Supercritical CO2 Extraction |
DESCRIPTION:
The Lemongrass CO2 Extract Oil offered by us is extracted from Cymbopogon citratus of the Poaceae family. Derived from the fresh or partly dried leaves by CO2 extraction, the lemongrass oil is much in demand for its different medicinal properties.CONSTITUENTS:
Myrcene, citronellal, geranyl acetate, nerol, geraniol, neral and traces of limonene and citral.AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
A top note with Grassy with Strong odor.BLENDS WITH:
Basil, cedarwood, coriander, geranium, jasmine, lavender and tea tree.COMMON NAMES:
Cymbopogon, Guatemala lemongrass.USES:
This oil rejuvenate the body and relieves stress, clears headaches and helps combat nervous exhaustion. A great overall tonic for the body, it boosts the parasympathetic nervous system, thereby assisting in quick recovery post illness. It stimulates glandular secretions and is an effective cure for various respiratory infections. A good insect repellent, it is useful in keeping pets free from ticks, lies and fleas. The cosmetic industry highly values this oil for its efficiency in clearing up acne and oily skin, as well as alleviating excessive perspiration.