D Limonene
D'Limonene is obtained as a product of the citrus. It is the major component of the oil extracted from the rinds of citrus fruits. D'Limonene is lighter than water, and is usually colorless This product has a boiling range of 310-352 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a flash point of 119 degrees Fahrenheit and is considered a combustible liquid. It is not soluble in water. Depending on the composition, d-limonene can dissolve in solvents and surfactants.
Application
D-Limonene Solvent - 98 % Adhesive Remover, Asbestos shingle remover, Bathroom cleaner, Car wash, Carpet stain cleaner, Concrete cleaner (used in warehouse floor scrubbers or for cleaning oils and greases off concrete pads and parking structures), Cosmetic applications, Electronics cleaning, engine degreaser (automotive, aircraft, and aerospace industries), Floor cleaner, Fragrance additive, Graffiti remover, Grease trap maintainer, Hand cleaner, Heat transfer medium, Industrial odor control applications, Kitchen cleaner, Laundry pre-spotter, Lift station and sewage treatment applications, Marine vessel cleaner, Metal cleaner (industrial), Parts cleaner, Printing press cleaner, Recycling applications, Tar/asphalt remover, Tile remover, Wheel cleaner, Window cleaner. d'Limonene is also a possible candidate for a variety of medical applications including cancer and Aids research, and has been been noted to have insecticidal properties.
Technical Specification
Limonene is a clear, colourless liquid at room temperature with an extremely strong smell of Oranges. Limonene is a chiral molecule.
Physical Properties
| Colour | Clear |
| Appearance | Colorless |
| Specific Gravity @25 °C | 0.841 ±0.03 |
| Water solubility | Immiscible |
| Optical Rotation @25 °C | +96° to +104° |
| Flash Point, Closed Cup |
>43 °C [>110 °F] |