Backhousia citriodora extract

Backhousia citriodora extract (CAS 84775-80-4) is derived from the Australian lemon myrtle plant and delivers a concentrated citral-dominant flavor and fragrance profile.

Where is Backhousia citriodora extract used?

• Food and beverage manufacturing: natural flavoring agent
• Confectionery, teas, dairy products and seasoning blends: intense lemon character
• Personal care: fragrance and antioxidant stabilization in shampoos, body washes and skin creams
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: natural flavoring that masks bitterness in oral dosage forms and functional supplements
• Flavor and fragrance compounders use it as a botanical citral source.

Good to know: Its high citral content positions it as a natural alternative to synthetic lemon and lime flavor systems where clean-label sourcing is a buyer priority.

Commercial specifications

• Standardized citral content typically specified for flavor and fragrance applications
• Bulk supply standard; smaller quantities for formulation development and testing