LIMONENE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Limonene is the major component of the oil extracted from citrus rind.

  • It is used as a flavouring in the food industry

  • It is increasingly being used as a cleaning agent. 

  • It is safer to the environment than standard cleaners since it more easily biodegradable.

  • It is a renewable source ( a by-product of orange juice manufacture.)