What natural and purity claims can I make for lemon oil?
The claim chain is documented, not asserted.Identity — Citrus limon, Fruit peel, Cold-pressed, declared on the COA.Process — solvent-free cold-pressed extraction; no fractions or carriers added.Analytics — the batch GC-MS fingerprint must match the natural profile of the species.Traceability — the batch number links the oil to the orchard lot and the COA.That supports "100% natural", "undiluted" and "solvent-free" claims. "Organic" needs a certified lot. Stable-isotope or enantiomeric analysis can be added through accredited labs for premium contracts.
Is this lemon oil 100% natural and undiluted?
Yes. The oil is 100% natural and undiluted — no carrier oil, no added limonene, no synthetic booster and no reconstitution from fractions. What that means in practiceOne botanical source: Citrus limon, Fruit peel.One process route: Cold-pressed.GC-MS fingerprint must match the natural distribution profile of the species.No dilution peaks and no solvent peaks appear on the chromatogram.Any lot whose fingerprint drifts from the natural profile is blocked. The COA carries the botanical declaration and the process route, so the natural claim is backed by the lot's own data rather than by a generic statement.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for this lemon oil?
MOQ is 1 kg. Samples of 5-20 g are available for evaluation before that. Standard packs PackUse1 kgTrial and small production5 kgRegular commercial25 kgContract volumesPacks are plastic bottle or food-grade drum. Below 1 kg for lab work, a paid micro-sample can be arranged. Contract and recurring volumes get priority allocation.
What are the main applications of lemon oil?
Lemon Oil is used across food flavour, fragrance, personal care and home fragrance. Application map SectorUseFood and beverageCitrus flavouring for beverages, confectionery, bakery and dairyFine fragranceFresh citrus top note in colognes and body mistsPersonal careFresh scent and clean-feel positioning in washes, lotions and soapsHome fragranceCandles, diffusers, room sprays and surface cleanersAromatherapyUplifting blends and diffusionDose is set by the formulator against the target-market rules for the finished product.
Which loading ports and Incoterms are supported for lemon oil?
G4S trades on FOB (Shanghai / Qingdao) by default, with CIF/CFR, EXW and DAP/DDP available by agreement. Incoterms TermWho books main freightFOBBuyerCIF / CFRG4SEXWBuyerDAP / DDPG4S, duties handledThe agreed Incoterm is printed on the proforma and decides where risk transfers. Nominate your forwarder or let G4S propose one.
Which key aromatic compounds define this lemon oil?
The character comes from a terpene-dominant citrus profile anchored by d-limonene, with the aldehyde and terpene balance deciding whether the oil smells bright and fresh or flat. Key Aromatic Compounds CompoundTypical rangeRoled-Limonene60-75%Fresh citrus backboneβ-Pinene7-15%Terpenic liftγ-Terpinene6-12%Green-citrus nuanceCitral (geranial + neral)2-5%Lemon identity, aldehydic biteLimonene above the typical floor indicates fresh, well-handled peel oil; a limonene drop points to oxidation.The limonene-to-terpinene and citral balance is what separates a lively oil from a dull one.The full profile is verified by GC-MS on every batch and reported on the COA.Exact levels vary with cultivar, season and origin, which is why each lot is fingerprinted individually.
What is the INCI name and labelling information for lemon oil?
The INCI name for cosmetic labelling is Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil. Labelling data ItemDeclarationINCICitrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilBotanical nameCitrus limonPart usedFruit peelProcessCold-pressedAllergensLimonene, citral (declarable above EU thresholds)G4S supplies the composition statement and the per-batch allergen quantification so the label can be built on measured data. The finished-product label remains the responsibility of the brand owner.
What IFRA restrictions and allergen declarations apply to this lemon oil?
Expressed lemon oil is phototoxic. Bergapten (5-MOP) is assayed by HPLC to GB/T 45139-2024 / ISO 7358 and reported for leave-on grades. DeclarationLimonene and citral are declarable fragrance allergens above 0.01% in leave-on and 0.1% in rinse-off products (EU 1223/2009).IFRA category limits for the relevant product type apply; the buyer's formulator sizes the dose.G4S issues a per-batch allergen quantification on request.The oil is phototoxic (bergapten-controlled). G4S supplies the composition and the SDS; the formulator remains responsible for the end-product label and dose.
What is the HS code for lemon oil?
Citrus essential oils are classified under HS heading 3301 (essential oils), in the citrus sub-heading 3301.13. The exact national line depends on the destination tariff. MarketTypical lineChina export3301.13.00.00EU3301.13USA3301.13.00G4S declares the botanical name, plant part and process on the documents so customs classification is straightforward. Your broker should confirm the line against the current local tariff before import.