Lime Oil
Part of our Oils range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Approximate price, may change. Please request a quote for the actual price.
Lime Oil is a fresh, sharp, zesty and sweet citrus essential oil obtained from the peel or whole fruit of lime, mainly Citrus aurantifolia (Key or Mexican lime) and Citrus latifolia (Persian or Tahiti lime). It is one of the most important flavour oils in the world, best known as a key ingredient in cola drinks, and it is also used in perfumery, cosmetics and aromatherapy.
Arizone International supplies Lime Oil in distilled and cold-pressed grades for beverage companies, flavour houses, fragrance and cosmetic manufacturers, and aromatherapy brands.
Distilled vs Cold-Pressed Lime Oil
- Distilled Lime OilMade by steam distilling crushed whole limes or lime juice pulp. It has a sharp, sweet, candy-like "lime soda" flavour and is the classic flavour used in colas and soft drinks. It contains very little furocoumarin and is not phototoxic.
- Cold-Pressed Lime OilPressed from the peel, with a fresh, green, juicy aroma closer to the fresh fruit. It is used in perfumery and premium flavours. It contains furocoumarins and is phototoxic.
Please specify which grade you need, as they differ significantly in aroma, use and safety.
About Lime
Limes are native to Southeast Asia and were spread by traders to India, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Mexico, Peru, Brazil and India are among the largest producers today. In India, small, seeded limes (kagzi nimbu) are widely grown and used in cooking, pickles and drinks such as nimbu pani. Lime oil for export is mainly produced in Mexico, Peru and Brazil as a by-product of the juice industry.
Aroma and Composition
- LimoneneThe main component, usually 40% to 60%.
- Gamma-Terpinene and Beta-PineneAdding freshness.
- Citral (Geranial and Neral)Present in cold-pressed oil, giving a lemony note.
- Alpha-Terpineol and 1,4-CineolePresent in distilled oil, formed during distillation, giving its characteristic candy-like note.
Applications
- Cola, lemon-lime and citrus soft drinks
- Confectionery, desserts and food flavours
- Cocktails and alcoholic beverages
- Perfumes, colognes and body sprays
- Shower gels, shampoos and body care
- Aromatherapy blends and household products
Safety and Dilution
Cold-pressed lime oil is strongly phototoxic, and IFRA sets strict limits for its use in leave-on skin products. Skin treated with it should not be exposed to sunlight for at least 12 hours. Distilled lime oil is not phototoxic. Both types oxidise quickly and should be stored properly and diluted before skin use. Keep away from eyes and out of reach of children.
Quality Parameters
- Grade (distilled or cold-pressed) and origin
- Gas chromatography profile
- Specific gravity, refractive index and optical rotation
- Aldehyde content and evaporation residue
- Screening for synthetic adulteration
Packaging and Storage
Supplied in aluminium bottles, HDPE containers or drums, with nitrogen flushing on request. Store in a cool, dark place, ideally refrigerated.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Specify distilled lime oil for colas and soft drinks, and cold-pressed lime oil for perfumes and premium flavours that need a fresh, juicy peel note. Remember that cold-pressed lime is strongly phototoxic in leave-on skin products.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of essential oils, located in Daman near Gujarat. We supply Lime Oil in both grades with COA, GC reports and full export documentation.
Share the grade, quantity and destination to receive a quotation for Lime Oil.
Specifications
- Category
- Oils
- Physical Form
- Liquid – steam-distilled or cold-pressed (as specified)
- Grade Options
- Food flavour / Cosmetic / Fragrance grade
- Packaging
- Aluminium bottles (1–5 kg), HDPE cans (5–25 kg) and lacquered steel drums (up to 180 kg); samples in amber glass
- Country of Origin
- Mexico / Peru
- Shelf Life
- 12 months in original sealed packing (citrus and pressed oils oxidise faster)
- Storage Conditions
- Tightly closed, full containers in a cool (below 25°C), dark place away from heat and flames
Applications
- Cola, lemon-lime and citrus soft drinks
- Confectionery, desserts and food flavours
- Cocktails and alcoholic beverages
- Perfumes, colognes and body sprays
- Shower gels, shampoos and body care
- Aromatherapy blends and household products
Compliance
Distilled Lime Oil, with its sharp, candy-like lime note, is the classic lime flavour used in colas and soft drinks.
Cold-pressed Lime Oil is strongly phototoxic. Distilled Lime Oil contains very little furocoumarin and is not phototoxic.
Most Lime Oil comes from Mexico, Peru and Brazil, largely as a by-product of the lime juice industry.
Yes. Each batch of Lime Oil can be supplied with a GC-MS report along with the COA, so you can check its main components.
Yes. We can send a sample of Lime Oil for testing so you can approve the aroma and quality before placing a bulk order.
We export Lime Oil from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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