How soluble is this lime oil in different solvents?

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Soluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in water. Practical handling MediumBehaviourEthanol (90-95%)Soluble; the usual carrier for flavour and fragrance workFixed / carrier oilsSoluble; standard for massage and cosmetic oilsWaterInsoluble; needs an emulsifier or a solubiliserGlycerin / propylene glycolLimited; use a solubiliser or pre-dilution in ethanolBecause the oil is insoluble in water, water-based formulations need a proper emulsion system. G4S states the observed solubility on the COA so your formulator can size the solubiliser load.

Medium	Behaviour
Ethanol (90-95%)	Soluble; the usual carrier for flavour and fragrance work
Fixed / carrier oils	Soluble; standard for massage and cosmetic oils
Water	Insoluble; needs an emulsifier or a solubiliser
Glycerin / propylene glycol	Limited; use a solubiliser or pre-dilution in ethanol

How soluble is this lime oil in different solvents?

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