Title: Oil of Pettigrain
Literature References: Volatile oil from leaves, twigs and unripe fruit of Citrus vulgaris Risso (C. bigaradia Loisel.), Rutaceae. Constit. 40-80% linalyl acetate; geraniol, geranyl acetate, limonene.
Properties: Yellow liquid. d1515 0.887-0.900. aD20 +3.72 to -1.37°. nD20 1.4623. Slightly sol in water; sol in 2 vols 80% alcohol. Keep well closed, cool and protected from light.
Optical Rotation: aD20 +3.72 to -1.37°
Index of refraction: nD20 1.4623
Density: d1515 0.887-0.900
Use: In perfumes. |