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Citronella oil CAS 8000-29-1

Chemical name: Citronella oil

Synonymous names:CYMBOPOGON NARDUS (CITRONELLA) OIL；exCymbopogonnardus；Citronellal

CAS No:8000-29-1

Molecular formula:C10H18O

Molecular weight:154.25

EINECS No:289-753-6

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Product Description：

Items	Specifications
Appearance	Light yellow liquid
Boiling point	222 °C (lit.)
Density	0.897 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Refractive index	n20/D 1.471 (lit.)

Properties and Usage:

Citronella oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the leaves and stems of the citronella plant (Cymbopogon citratus) by steam distillation. It is known for its refreshing lemon aroma and active ingredients such as citronellal and citral.

1. Personal Care and Beauty: Citronella oil is an ideal ingredient in skin care, hair care and personal care products with its antibacterial and cleansing properties to help purify the skin and scalp.

2. Natural Insect Repellent: With its strong citrus aroma, citronella oil is a safe and environmentally friendly insect repellent ingredient that effectively repels mosquitoes.

3. Cleaning and Air Purification: As a natural antibacterial agent, citronella oil can be used for household cleaning and air purification to remove odors and inhibit bacterial growth.

4. Aromatherapy: The aroma of citronella oil is used in aromatherapy to relieve stress, improve concentration, and improve sleep quality.

Storage conditions: Store in a cool and ventilated place

Packing: This product is packed in 25kg cardboard drums, and it can also be customized according to customers' requirements