Grapefruit Leaf
Grapefruit leaf has a fresh, green citrus aroma that is uplifting and bracing.
- Type
- Ingredient
- Olfactive family
- Citrus
- Subfamily
- Zesty citrus
- Cluster
- Grapefruit-like bitter citrus
- Source
- leaves
- Chemical class
- complex natural (essential oil)
Scent
Terroir & Expressions
The Full Story
Did You Know?
Grapefruit leaves smell pleasant, and they also contain compounds that are believed to have health benefits, including antioxidant properties.
Extraction & Chemistry
Extraction method
Steam distillation
- Formula
- Complex mixture; key compounds: sabinene (C₁₀H₁₆), citronellal (C₁₀H₁₈O)
- CAS
- N/A (no CAS registered for Citrus paradisi leaf oil; species extract: 90045-43-5, Grapefruit, ext.)
- Botanical
- Citrus × paradisi
- Appearance
- Pale yellow to greenish mobile liquid
- Odour strength
- Medium
- Synonyms
- CITRUS LEAF GRAPEFRUIT FOLIAGE
No IFRA Standard for grapefruit leaf oil itself (51st Amendment). The Grapefruit oil expressed Standard (CAS 8016-20-4, 90045-43-5; Category 4: 4.0%) covers the expressed peel oil, not the steam-distilled leaf oil.
- Flash point
- 120.00 °F. TCC ( 48.89 °C. ) (est)
- Specific gravity
- 0.845 to 0.870 @ 25.00 °C.
In Perfumery
In perfumery, grapefruit leaf is primarily used as a heart note, though its bright and uplifting qualities can also lend themselves to top note applications. It is contributing ability to add a refreshing aspect to compositions, making it especially popular in citrus-focused fragrances. Its profile allows it to complement a range of ingredients, including floral, fruity, and even spicy notes, improving their vibrancy and creating a more balanced olfactory experience. Grapefruit leaf can help bridge the gap between citrus and other elements, such as woods or resins, giving a smooth transition that enriches the overall narrative of a fragrance.
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