Lemongrass oil

Lemongrass oil (CAS 8007-02-1) is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from Cymbopogon grasses, with a sharp citrus-herbaceous character.

Where is Lemongrass oil used?

• Food and beverage: flavoring agent delivering authentic profiles in soups, sauces, teas and seasoning blends
• Fragrance: citral-rich base note in soap, detergent and household cleaning formulations
• Personal care: fresh herbal scent in shampoos, body washes and skin care products
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: flavoring component in oral preparations and herbal supplements
• It also serves as a natural source of citral for downstream aroma chemical production.

Good to know: Citral content is a key quality indicator for buyers and is commonly specified at 70–85%.

Commercial specifications

• Citral content commonly specified at 70–85%
• Pale yellow to amber mobile liquid; drums or IBC containers for bulk orders