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| Standard | Result of Inspection |
Character | Colorless to light yellow transparent oily liquid with strong aroma of lemon | qualified |
Specify Density | 0.887~0.896 | 0.896 |
Refractive Index | 1.4511~1.4861 | 1.4867 |
Optical Rotation | 5°~16° | 9° |
Content | citronellal≥68% | 69.2% |
Solubility | soluble in 3 times the volume of 70% ethanol | qualified |
Microbial Limit
| bacteria: 500/ml | qualified |
Mildew & microzyme:50/ml | qualified | |
Live acarid:forbidden | without | |
Escherichia coli:forbidden | without |
Funcation:
It is a powerful antiseptic and is used all over the world for relieving coughs and colds, sore throats and other infections. The essential oil is a common ingredient in many over-the-counter cold remedies. It'alsoantibacterial. The essential oil obtained from various species of eucalyptus is a very powerful antiseptic, especially when it is old, because ozone is formed in it on exposure to air. It has a decidedly disinfectant action, destroying the lower forms of life. The oil can be used externally, applied to cuts, skin infections etc. It can also be inhaled for treating blocked nasal passages, it can be gargled for sore throat and can also be taken internally for a wide range of complaints. Some caution is advised, however, because like all essential oils, it can have a deleterious effect on the body in larger doses.