Cool 5-25°C, dark/amber containers, tight seal, dry, small headspace; UN 1993 DG handling; use within 12 months after opening; watch for oxidation (sharp smell, darkening).
Soluble 1+1 in 85% ethanol (ISO 3520:2022), 1+2 in 90% ethanol (GB/FCC); miscible with fixed oils; insoluble in water; use solubilizers for aqueous products.
Express 3-7 d (samples/1-5 kg), air 5-10 d (10-100 kg), sea 15-35 d (≥200 kg), rail EU 20-30 d; UN 1993 Class 3 DG handling; FOB/CIF/CFR/DDP; full docs + tracking.
Yes — fresh peel Nov-Mar; we keep 3-6 month buffer stock, offer quarterly/annual contracts and pre-season booking (Aug-Oct) to stabilize supply and price.