A biodegradable solvent which occurs in nature as the main component of citrus peel oil. Obtained from the alkali treatment and steam distillation of citrus peel and pulp that remains after the production of the juice.
Widely used as a component in degreasing, Oil Field Chemicals, Cleaning Preparations, in it's solvent properties aid as a lemon fragrance addative, and can be used as a replacement for toxic chlorinated solvents |