What is the recommended usage rate of Citrus × limon oil in different products?
Dose depends on the product type and the target market rules; the numbers below are starting points for formulation trials. ApplicationStarting doseFine fragrance compound1-10% of the compound, within the IFRA category limitLeave-on cosmetics0.1-1%, capped by the allergen limitRinse-off products0.5-3%Food flavouringppm level in the finished food, set by the categoryCandles and home fragrance3-10% of the fragrance loadRun a stability and compatibility trial on the actual base — citrus oils behave differently in surfactant, ethanol and wax systems.