What is the INCI name and how should this lemongrass oil be labelled?
INCI CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS/FLEXUOSUS LEAF OIL; CAS 8007-02-1, FEMA 2624; six EU allergens must be labelled; never label as Citronella oil.
How do IFRA 51st and the EU allergen rules apply to this lemongrass oil?
Six EU 2023/1545 allergens are triggered (citral 60.34% etc.); IFRA 51st caps citral in deodorants at 0.05%, body lotion 0.25%, fine fragrance 0.99%.
What is the HS code for this lemongrass oil, and which documents are needed for customs?
HS 3301.29 (non-citrus essential oils); China export 3301 29 91/99; UN 1760 Class 8 DG documents; food use per GB 2760-2024 N090 / FEMA 2624.
Is this lemongrass oil tested for heavy metals and pesticide residues?
Food-grade batches are tested for heavy metals (Pb ≤2, As ≤1 mg/kg) and FCC Pb-negative; pesticide multi-residue screening and third-party testing available.
Can this lemongrass oil be supplied with Halal or Kosher certification?
Pure plant-based oil, inherently Halal/Kosher compatible; certified batches available on request (+30-60 days, higher MOQ), origin declaration as alternative.
Can this lemongrass oil be used in food and flavouring, and what are the compliance rules?
GB 2760-2024 N090, FDA 21 CFR 182.20 GRAS (FEMA 2624/2625/2626), JECFA ADI not specified; classic lemon flavouring for beverages, candy and Southeast Asian cuisine.
What are the FOB price tiers for this lemongrass oil?
FOB tiers by volume: sample highest, small batch ~70-80%, drums ~60-70%, bulk 500kg-5t ~50-60% of sample price; grade premiums on top.
Is this lemongrass oil compliant with US FDA requirements?
GRAS for food under 21 CFR 182.20 and for feed under 582.20; FEMA 2624/2625/2626; FDA UNII 5BIA40E9ED; CAS 8007-02-1.
How is this lemongrass oil extracted?
The standard grade is produced by steam distillation; premium lines use SFME microwave or SFE-CO2 extraction, and rectification can raise citral content from 65% to 75-85%.