How much do samples cost, and how long does sample delivery take?
Sample cost is the sample-tier unit price for 5-20 g plus freight, and it is often waived for qualified or strategic accounts. Timing CaseLead timeStock sample3-7 daysFresh batch needed10-20 days including QCExpress courierDHL / FedEx, 3-7 days transitSamples ship with a COA and, where applicable, an SDS. Provide your courier account or let G4S quote the freight.
What safety information and MSDS are available for lime oil?
A lot-specific SDS in CLP/GHS format ships with every order, plus the allergen and composition data needed for downstream safety review. Key pointsFlammable liquid: keep away from heat, sparks and open flame.Skin sensitiser potential: oxidised citrus oil is the main risk; store sealed and cool.The oil is markedly phototoxic (bergapten-controlled); dilute before skin contact and avoid sun exposure afterwards.Keep out of reach of children, pets and foodstuffs.Multi-language SDS (EN / DE / FR / ES / AR) is available on request.
Which production standards and quality specifications does this lime oil comply with?
Lime Oil is produced and released against ISO 3809:2004 (oil of lime, cold-pressed, Mexican type), with the enterprise specification built on the GB/T essential-oil test-method series. Standards applied StandardScopeISO 3809:2004Product-specific international specificationGB/T 11538GC analysis of essential oilsGB/T 14454.2Odour assessmentGB/T 26515.1GC fingerprint guidanceGB 5009 seriesHeavy metals and contaminantsGB 4789 seriesMicrobiological testingISO 9235Definition of a natural aromatic raw materialEvery batch is tested for identity, physical constants and contamination before release, and the COA states the measured values.
What is the production lead time for lime oil orders?
Standard grade from buffer stock dispatches in 3-7 days. A fresh production batch takes 10-20 days including sourcing, processing, QC and documentation. After dispatch ModeTransitSea (FOB Shanghai / Qingdao)about 25-40 days to EU / USAir3-7 daysA firm dispatch date is given on the proforma and the buyer is updated through production. Customised grades and certified lots need extra time, agreed in writing before the order is confirmed.
What is your production capacity for this lime oil?
Capacity is set by processing slots and raw-material supply rather than by a fixed monthly figure. G4S allocates runs across committed orders. PlanningBuffer stock of the standard grade is kept for short-notice orders.Large volumes are feasible but need lead-time planning.An LTA or annual framework reserves slots and sourcing for steady buyers.Give G4S your annual volume and the allocation and lead time are confirmed in writing.
What factors influence the price of this lime oil?
Four factors drive the price, and G4S explains them on every quotation.Grade — the measured marker profile and how tightly it sits inside the ISO 3809:2004 window.Raw material — citrus peel cost and crop conditions in the sourcing season.Volume and pack size — larger fills cost less per kg to pack and handle.Certification and testing — organic, Halal/Kosher or third-party testing add cost.Currency and freight are quoted separately from the FOB price. An annual framework (LTA) is the practical way to stabilise price across a season.
What are the full physicochemical properties of this lime oil?
The release window below is the specification G4S tests against; every COA reports the measured value for that batch. Specification ItemValueAppearanceLight yellow to dark yellow or yellow-green liquidColorLight yellow to dark yellow or yellow-greenOdourCharacteristic LimeRelative density0.845-0.880 (20/20 °C)Refractive index1.450-1.495 (20 °C)CAS No.8008-26-2SolubilitySoluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in waterShelf life36 monthsCAS 8008-26-2 is declared on the specification sheet and COA. Density and refractive index are run per lot; lots outside the window are not released.
How is lime oil used in perfumery?
In perfumery lime oil works as a fresh citrus top note: it opens a composition, lifts the heart and fades within the first minutes. Practical useTypical dose in a finished fragrance compound: traces to a few percent, set by IFRA category.Pairs with a fixative base (woods, musks, resins) to stretch the short citrus life.Aldehyde-rich lots read brighter; use them where you want immediate lift.Because the oil is markedly phototoxic (bergapten-controlled), the dose in leave-on products is capped by the IFRA category limit. G4S supplies the allergen quantification and the SDS so the dose can be set with data.
What are your payment terms for lime oil orders?
Terms follow the partnership stage. StageTypical termsFirst orderT/T in advance, or confirmed L/C at sightEstablished B2BT/T 30% deposit, 70% against B/L copyContract / LTANegotiated terms, periodic reviewSamplesPaid up front (often waived for qualified accounts)Payment terms are stated on the proforma invoice. Tell G4S your preferred method and the contract is aligned to it.