Organic Java Citronella Essential Oil

Organoleptic properties

• Appearance: runny liquid

• Colour: transparent to pale yellow

• Odour: lemony and characteristic of lemongrass

Density

0.88 - 0.89

Flash point

80°C

Storage

Essential oils are sensitive to UV radiation and to the gradual evaporation of their constituents. It is therefore essential to store your essential oils in a sealed coloured glass or aluminium bottle at a temperature of between 5°C and 40°C.

Precautions

• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 6 years of age.

• Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Always use diluted

• If using orally, seek advice from a healthcare professional in case of hormone-dependent conditions or family history, as well as in cases of kidney failure.

• Certain natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy in some sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition.

• Avoid old or oxidized essential oils. Store away from light and air.

• As a general rule, always test your preparation on the inside of your elbow at least 48 hours before use.

• For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

Maximum dosage to be observed

Can be incorporated into your cosmetic preparations at a concentration of up to 0.5% only.

Compound that may present an allergic risk

According to Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 Alpha-Terpinene, Alpha-Terpineol, Benzaldehyde, Beta-Caryophyllene, Beta-Santalol, Citronellol, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geranial, Geraniol, Geranyl Acetate, Isoeugenol, L-Alpha Pinene, L-Beta Pinene, Limonene, Linalool, Neral, Terpinolene, Vanillin

Classification and labeling according to CLP regulations

Danger. Causes skin irritation. May cause skin allergy. Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Keep out of reach of children. Wear protective gloves/eye protection.

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting. Dispose of contents/container at a waste collection center in accordance with local regulations.