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| CAS No.: | 73049-78-2 |
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Citronella oil
Oil of citronella is a naturally occurring insect and animal repellent distilled from two grass varieties. It works on insects without harming or killing them. It has a distinctive odor which may make it difficult for some pests to locate a host.
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CAS RN.: |
8000-29-1 |
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EINECS: |
294-954-7 |
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H.S.CODE: |
3301292000 |
1. Chemical Analysis
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Component |
Range |
Typical |
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Gamma-Linoleic Acid:HPLC |
80% |
80.2% |
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Appearance |
Light yellow oil |
Complies |
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Odor & taste |
Characteristics |
Complies |
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Acid Value(mgKOH/g) |
≤2.0 |
0.71 |
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Refractive Index Specific Gravity(25) Peroxide value(mmol/KG) |
0.4 0.8 ≤5.0 |
1.483 0.935 2.0 |
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Moisture Volatile(%) Palmitic Acid Stearic Acid Oleic Acid Linoleic Acid Icosenoic Acid Docosenoic Acid |
≤0.10 c16:0 c18:0 c18:1 c18:2 c20:1 c20:1 |
0.02 5.5% 3.6% 3.4% 13.1% 1.6% 1.8% |
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Test Result |
PASS |
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2. Application
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Mosquito repellent |
Oil of citronella repels target pests rather than killing them. It works by masking scents that are attractive to insects. |
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Use Sites: Oil of Citronella is used on humans to repel insects. It is used in recreational areas, outdoor household areas, and around trees and shrubs. |
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Target pests: Repels various specific insects including mosquitoes, black flies, fleas,and ticks. |
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Application Methods: Products containing Oil of Citronella are applied in various ways: 1. Liquid products are sprayed or applied by hand (cloth wipe-on) on skin or clothing. 2. Citronella is also used in solid products such as candles, cartridges, and rub onproducts. |
3. Transportation Information:
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DOT Classification: |
Not a DOT controlled material. |
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U.N. |
Not applicable. |
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Packing Group: |
Not applicable. |
4. Storage
Precautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage:
Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place.
5. Packing
in170kg drums
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