Lime (Key)
Short answer
Lime (Key) (Citrus aurantifolia) is a citrus material from Mexico, produced by cold-pressed (expressed) from the peel. It is in stock at €95 per kg with a minimum order of 5 kg, and every batch is GC/MS screened and shipped with a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet.
About Lime (Key)
Mexican cold-pressed. Sharp, tart, effervescent. Excellent for beverage & cocktail flavors.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Citrus aurantifolia |
| INCI / labelling name | Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil |
| Material type | Citrus |
| Extraction method | Cold-pressed (expressed) from the peel |
| Plant part | Peel |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Perfume note position | Top |
| Typical constituents | Limonene, Citral, Beta-pinene, Geraniol |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and oils; partly soluble in water |
| Shelf life | 24 months unopened, 12 months after opening |
| Storage | Store upright in the original sealed container, away from light, heat and air. Recommended 15-25 C. |
| Price from | €95.00 / kg |
| Minimum order quantity | 5 kg |
Typical applications
- ✓Perfumery (top note)
- ✓Diffuser blends
- ✓Aromatherapy
- ✓Cosmetics
- ✓Food flavouring
Batch-specific values such as assay, density, refractive index, optical rotation and the full GC/MS chromatogram are issued with the certificate of analysis for the lot you receive. The values on this page are the standard profile for this material.
Pricing
€95.00/kg
Minimum order 5 kg · lead time 7-14 days
Questions about this material
What is the minimum order quantity for Lime (Key)?
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5 kg. Smaller volumes are available as samples, typically 5-10 ml, so you can evaluate the material before ordering. Full drums are 5 L and larger.
How is Lime (Key) tested?
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Every batch is screened by GC/MS to confirm botanical identity and composition, and ships with a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet showing the lot-specific result.
What documentation accompanies a Lime (Key) order?
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The batch certificate of analysis, the safety data sheet, the IFRA conformity statement for your product category, and lot traceability back to the distiller and origin.
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