Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation
About Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation is sourced from Cymbopogon. It is offered standardized for 40-75% Citral, CAS 8007-02-1. Traditional and industrial applications include antifungal and antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and pain relief, aromatherapy and mental health, oral health.
Applications & Benefits
6Antifungal and Antibacterial
The high citral content effectively inhibits multidrug-resistant bacteria (such as MRSA) and pathogenic fungi like Candida albicans. Used topically (always diluted in a carrier oil), it assists in treating dandruff, athlete's foot, and minor skin infections.
Anti-Inflammatory and Pain Relief
When massaged into muscles, it acts as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent, providing relief from conditions like arthritis, joint swelling, and muscle cramps.
Aromatherapy and Mental Health
Diffusing the oil reduces stress, alleviates symptoms of anxiety, and promotes overall mental well-being.
Oral Health
Research indicates that these oils can help treat periodontitis and gingivitis by reducing oral malodor and fighting cavity-causing bacteria.
Insect Repellent
Often derived from Cymbopogon nardus (Citronella), the oil acts as a natural, eco-friendly insect repellent to deter mosquitoes, reptiles, and ticks.
Food Safety and Preservation
The U.S. FDA recognizes lemongrass oil as generally recognized as safe (GRAS). It is widely applied in food packaging and preservation to inhibit the growth of persistent foodborne pathogens.
Specifications
Technical Specification Sheet- Botanical Source
- Cymbopogon
- Offering Grade
- 40-75% Citral
- CAS Number
- 8007-02-1
- Active Compound
- Citral (C10H16O)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the botanical source of Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation?
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation is sourced from Cymbopogon.
What is the CAS number for Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation?
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation carries CAS number 8007-02-1.
What grade is Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation offered in?
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation is offered standardized for 40-75% Citral.
What is Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation used for?
Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation is commonly used for Antifungal and Antibacterial.
What are leaf oils?
Leaf oils are essential oils obtained by steam distillation of leaves, supplied for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, and fragrance applications.
How is each leaf oil standardized?
Each product page states the botanical source and the active compound it is standardized for (for example, a percentage range of linalool or cineole), so the specification can be confirmed against your requirement.
Which leaf oils have a verified active-compound percentage range?
22 of the 62 leaf oils in this category are standardized to a verified active-compound percentage range, including Clove Leaves Distillation (70-90% Eugenol), Eucalyptus Globolus Leaves Distillation (60-90% Eucalyptol), Lemon Grass Leaves Distillation (40-75% Citral), Spearmint Leaves Distillation (50-80% Carvone), Rosemary Leaves Distillation (15-53% 1,8-Cineole), Thyme Leaves Distillation (20-55% Thymol), and Basil Leaves Distillation (60% to 75% linalool). Each product's page states its exact range.
What quality systems apply to these leaf oils?
Sureka Life Sciences is ISO 9001:2015 certified for Quality Management and ISO 22000:2018 certified for Food Safety Management, and operates two dedicated R&D laboratories for standardization and analytical testing.
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