Citronella is a wild grass and it is cultivated in many
countries. Sri Lanka is a major producer of
Citronella Oil. The essential oil is obtained
from the leaves and stem of the plant. The oil
contains approximately 30% citronellal and 50%
geranial.
The oil and its vapour are potentially toxic to
insects/birds. Citronella Oil is being widely
used as a mosquito repellent and as an
ingredient in many lotions and creams to drive
away the insects.
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Specs of Citronella Oil |
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1.
Specific gravity at 30 deg C |
0.890 - 0.910 |
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2.
Refractive index at 30 deg C |
1.465 - 1.4870 |
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3.
Optical rotation at 30 deg C |
-22 to -12 |
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