From the leaf of a tall grass native to Asia, Citronella essential oil has a crisp, fresh aroma with powerful pest repellent benefits; Citronella oil keeps creepy-crawlers out of the house and off your skin and clothing. It is an ideal companion for camping, hiking, and trips to the great outdoors. Citronella essential oil works by masking the human fragrances that insects find appealing.
| Plant Part | Leaves |
| Botanical Name | Cymbopogon nardus |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Extraction Method | Steam distillation |
| CAS# | 8000-29-1 |
| F.E.M.A.# | 2308 |
| Main Constituents | Geraniol, Citronellol, Citronellal |
| Color | A clear light yellow to brownish liquid. |
| Aromatic Scent | Citronella has a well-rounded lemony scent,
though it is much softer and has subtle wood tones |
| Uses | · Used in aromatherapy applications,
· Citronella Essential Oil is natural mosquitos repellant. |
| Storage | Store in air tight containers; in a cool dry area; away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life. |
| Packing | 10-1000 ml in bottles, 5-25 kg in HDPE barrels. |
| Blends well with | Bergamot, Orange, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Lavender and Pine. |
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