D-Limonene

D-Limonene is produced by cold pressing fresh orange/citrus peels, followed by centrifugal separation of the oil-water mixture, and finally purified via vacuum fractional distillation. Shenlong Herbal is the professional D-Limonene supplier in China, with competitive price and best quality of our products.

D-Limonene (C₁₀H₁₆), a naturally occurring monoterpene abundant in citrus peels, exhibits versatile applications across industries due to its safety profile, biodegradability, and multi-functional properties.
Key applications are categorized below:
1.Industrial & Cleaning Applications

• Degreasing Agent:

Replaces petroleum-based solvents in industrial cleaners, effectively removing oils, resins, and adhesives from machinery.
egreasing efficiency exceeds 95% for metal surfaces.

• Eco-Friendly Formulations:

Used in water-based cleaners, paints, and printing inks due to low toxicity and high solvency.
2.Pharmaceuticals & Therapeutics

• Cancer Research:

Demonstrates chemopreventive effects in breast cancer models by inhibiting tumor proliferation and inducing apoptosis5.
Enhances efficacy of chemotherapeutic drugs like tamoxifen.

• Neuroprotective Agent:

Reduces neurotoxicity in Alzheimer's disease models (e.g., protects PC12 cells from Aβ42-induced damage).
Suppresses epileptic seizures via GABAergic neuron modulation.

• Anti-inflammatory & Antimicrobial:

Inhibits Listeria monocytogenes and dental caries pathogens (e.g., Streptococcus sobrinus).
Combined with chloroquine, modulates autophagy in neuroprotection
3.Food & Flavor Industry

• Flavoring Additive:

GRAS-certified for use in beverages (soft drinks, juices), baked goods, ice cream, and puddings12.

• Food Preservation:

Extends shelf life of packaged foods by inhibiting microbial growth2.

• Limitations:

Recommended dosage <0.01% in consumables due to potential sensitization at high concentrations.
4.Personal Care & Cosmetics

• Fragrance Component:

Imparts citrus scent to perfumes, soaps, and lotions1.

• Functional Additive:

Synergizes with "heat sensitizers" (e.g., Vanillyl Butyl Ether) in slimming creams to enhance thermogenic activity.
Encapsulation via cyclodextrins improves stability in water-based products (e.g., serums, masks).

1KG, 5KG, 25KG, 175KG Drum
Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture, strong/direct sun light and heat.
Shelf life:
3 years under Ideal Storage Conditions