
There are following specifications which will help you to understand more about lemongrass oil.
| SPECIFICATIONS: |  |
| GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS |  |
| Product | LEMONGRASS OIL |
| Botanical Name | Cymbopogon citratus |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Part used | Leaves |
| Molecular weight | 777.2 g/mol |
| Appearance | Fluid liquid |
| Color | Bright to pale yellow with reflection of reddish color |
| Odor | Strong, sharp, fresh grassy, citrus scent |
| Molecular formula | C51H84O5 |
| CAS NO. | 8007 02 1 |
| Taste | citrusy with a lemony flavor |
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| PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES |  |
| Specific gravity | 0.760 - 0.990 |
| Refractive Index | between 0.965 to 1.950 |
| Optical rotation range | between -2 to +8 |
| Use | cooking, aromatherapy, digestive problems, high B.P. |
| Assay by GC | Min. 70% Citral Content |
| Storage | In air tight container in cool and dark place |