The terpenes of citrus are obtained by the distillation under reduced pressure of cold pressed essential oils. These products are totally transparent and colorless, and have the delicate scent of the original fruit.
They are usually used as solvents of non-polar organic substances, such as oils and grease. They also have a key advantage as green solvents compared to the solvents obtained from petroleum which can be toxic and hazardous. Thus, these green solvents are more suitable for the operations of the food industry, such as the formulation of surfactants.
The terpenes of citrus are obtained by the distillation under reduced pressure of cold pressed essential oils. These products are totally transparent and colorless, and have the delicate scent of the original fruit.
They are usually used as solvents of non-polar organic substances, such as oils and grease. They also have a key advantage as green solvents compared to the solvents obtained from petroleum which can be toxic and hazardous. Thus, these green solvents are more suitable for the operations of the food industry, such as the formulation of surfactants.