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How soluble is this lemon oil in different solvents?

Soluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in water.

Practical handling

MediumBehaviour
Ethanol (90-95%)Soluble; the usual carrier for flavour and fragrance work
Fixed / carrier oilsSoluble; standard for massage and cosmetic oils
WaterInsoluble; needs an emulsifier or a solubiliser
Glycerin / propylene glycolLimited; use a solubiliser or pre-dilution in ethanol
Because the oil is insoluble in water, water-based formulations need a proper emulsion system. G4S states the observed solubility on the COA so your formulator can size the solubiliser load.

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This article was published on 2026-09-29, and last updated on 2026-09-29. The article will be continuously updated.

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