Lime

At a glance

Cold‑pressed oil from the peel of Citrus aurantifolia (Key lime), chiefly from Mexico/West Indies, offers a sharp, green‑zesty citrus top note with bright, slightly bitter aromatics, used to lift fresh and gourmand blends.

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Origin

Citrus aurantifolia peel, primarily Mexico and the West Indies

Extraction

Cold expression

Chemical family

Monoterpene hydrocarbon

Profile

Sharp, green, tart citrus scent

IFRA status

Restricted, phototoxicity limits under IFRA standards

Cost tier

Low