Difference between revisions of "Citronella oil"
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| + | * Ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact causes irritation and burning. | ||
| + | * Eden Botanicals: [https://www.edenbotanicals.com/product_documents/SDS/226_Citronella_Organic_SDS.pdf SDS] | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:22, 30 May 2022
Description
A pale yellow terpenoid oil obtained from a tropical lemongrass (Cymbopogon nardus) native to southern Asia. Other lemongrasses also contain citronella (Cymbopogon citratus, C. nardus and C. winterianus). The oil primarily contains an alcohol (citronellol) and an aldehyde (citronellal). Citronella is used as an Insect repellent, perfume, and Disinfectant.
Synonyms and Related Terms
citronellol; citronellal
Risks
- Ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact causes irritation and burning.
- Eden Botanicals: SDS
Physical and Chemical Properties
| CAS | 8000-29-1 |
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| Density | 0.887-0.906 g/ml |
| Refractive Index | 1.468-1.483 |