Lime Oil

Know All About Lime Oil BP:
Lime oil is known for its purifying properties and used as an internal cleanser.Lime oil is obtained from a citrus plant of family Rutaceae called Citrus aurantifolia. It is also called as West Indian lime , Mexican and Sour lime. It is originally obtained from Asia and now cultivated in many other countries like India, America, West Indies and Southern Europe. Oil tastes sweet and has citrus scent. Lime oil is a used for its fresh, energizing and cheerful aroma.

Lime Oil Specifications:

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Product	LIME OIL
Botanical source	Citrus Aurantifolia
Part of the plant used	fruits
CAS NO.	8008-26-2
Origin	Indian
Color	slightly yellow coloured fluid liquid
Odor	pleasant, fresh and characteristic
PHYSIO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES-
Refractive Index	between 1.365 to 1.587
Optical rotation	(+12) to (+63) degree
weight/ml	0.715 to 0.978 gm/litre
Storage	well fitted container in cool and dark place

LIME OIL HISTORY:
Lime trees are found in Asia, but now they are popularly cultivate in many warm countries.This trees was introduced by Arabs to the European countries. LIMES have significant quantities of VITAMIN C, and are often used by ship’s crew to prevent themselves from scurvy.

EXTRACTION PROCESS:
Lime Oil is extracted from fresh lime peels by cold compressed method.or from dried peels by steam distillation.

LIME OIL PROPERTIES:
Lime oil is light green to pale yellow orange in color.It has fresh,bitter, sweet and citrusy in odor. It has antiseptic, insecticide, bactericide, astringent, antiviral, anti-scorbutic, febrifuge, haemostatic and restoative properties.

LIME OIL CONSTITUENTS:
Lime oil main constituents aremyrcene, octanal, sabinene, alpha pinene, beta pinene, limonene, cineole, geranial, geranyl acetate linalool, borneol, traces of neral acetate & Geranyl acetate.

LIME OIL BLENDING WELL WITH:
Lime oil blends well with other essential oils like Palmarosa, Bergamot, Neroli, clary sage, Lavender oil and ylang ylang oil.

LIME OIL USES AND BENEFITS:
Used in Aromatherapy- Lime oil helps to release mental fatigue,anxiety, depression or apathy. It uplifts tired mind and has stimulating effects.
Digestive system – Lime oil is rich in antioxidants and stimulates digestive system and encourage appetite.
Cosmetics – this oil is used in creams and lotions.it acts as an astringent and has refreshing and toning properties. Pure lime oil helps to clear oily skin.
Respiratory discomforts – lime oil helps to ease congestion, cough and catarrh. It acts as a tonic and boosts immune system.It prevents and fight viral infections which cause mumps, common cold,measles,etc.
Food industry – It is widely used in squashes, beverages, sorbets and other industrial products.
Treats infections – Lime oil has antiseptic properties and can protect against the development of infections.when consumed ,it helps to treat infections of mouth , colon, intestines, throat and urinary system. oil is very effective in curing gangrene, sores, ulcers, carbuncles, psoriasis and eczema.
Toothache – Lime oil acts as an astringent and helps in relieving toothaches. It helps to strengthen the grip of gums on the teeth. Lime oil tightens loose muscles and gives feeling of fitness, firmness and youth.
Increases Appetite – lime oil serves as an appetizer.it activates the digestive juices and increases hunger.
Disinfectant – lime oil has disinfectant properties. It protects the food from getting spoiled. It may cure microbial infections in urinary tract, genitals, colon and kidneys. It protects the wounds from infection.

SAFETY MEASURES:
If exposed to direct sunlight after application of lime oil, it can cause photo-sensitivity.
It is non-toxic and non-irritant

Where to buy Lime Oil in India?
AOS Products Pvt Ltd provides Indian Lime Oil . we are popular Manufacturers of essential oils in India. If you are interested to buy lime oil, you can contact us directly on our email. We deal as certified Lime oil BP exporters from India and offer Best quality and competitive price product.