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Yuzu

Citrus junos

Essential oil

€6.55 EXCL TAX

Yuzu essential oil: zesty and bitter freshness for bright, floral, fruity perfumes with a lemony trail, inspired by Japan.

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Description

Yuzu essential oil is obtained by cold pressing the zest of ripe fruits, hand-harvested in Japan and Spain. This process, which avoids heating, preserves the full aromatic freshness and olfactory complexity of the fruit.

Fresh, zesty, and slightly bitter, yuzu essential oil evokes a blend of green mandarin, grapefruit, and lime. It is rich in limonene and γ-terpinene, giving it remarkable staying power for a citrus essence.

It energizes top notes in fresh waters, colognes, or floral compositions. Perfect for brightening fruity accords or balancing woody and chypre bases, it defines fresh and modern creations inspired by Japan or the Mediterranean.

Landema Label : Engaged sourcing
Country of manufacturing : SPAIN, JAPAN
Country of harvest : SPAIN, JAPAN
Part of the plant : Pericarp
Composition : 100% pure, natural and integral. Chemotyped.
Olfactory notes : acidulous, citrus, minty, orange, green

Quality and origin guaranteed: botanically and biochemically identified, a certificate of analysis provided with each purchased product.
Controlled and packaged in our workshops

Production

Harvest

Yuzu (Citrus junos) is an ancient citrus fruit resulting from a cross between a wild mandarin and an Ichang lime (Citrus ichangensis). Originating from the mountainous regions of China and Tibet, it was introduced to Japan and Korea between the 6th and 8th centuries, where it is now an integral part of culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic traditions.

This fruit, capable of withstanding negative temperatures, is grown in temperate climate regions, primarily in Japan, South Korea, and certain areas of China. It is harvested while still green in the fall for its tangy and refreshing aroma, or yellow when fully ripe for its intensely fragrant juice and zest rich in essential oils.

Highly aromatic, yuzu is particularly sought after for its zesty, fresh, and slightly bitter note, evoking a subtle blend of grapefruit, mandarin, and lime. This unique olfactory profile makes it a valuable raw material in perfumery.

Manufacturing

We source our yuzu essential oil from a local grower-distiller partner, renowned for their expertise and the quality of their production.

The extraction of this essential oil follows a cold-pressing process, specifically adapted for citrus fruits to preserve their delicate and volatile aromas. Here are the key steps of this process:

Hand-picking of fully ripe fruits, usually in late autumn, when the zest is rich in aromatic compounds.
Sorting and washing of the yuzus to remove impurities and prepare the fruits for extraction.
Cold mechanical pressing of the zest (without heating) to release the essences contained in the oil glands of the zest.
Natural decantation of the mixture to separate the essential oil from the aqueous phase and plant residues.
Filtration and packaging to preserve the olfactory qualities.

This unheated extraction method allows for obtaining a fresh essence that faithfully reflects the scent of the fresh fruit, highly sought after in fine perfumery.

Harvesting calendar :

Application

Main areas of application :

Perfumery Aromatherapy - Parapharmacy

Perfumery

Yuzu essential oil is a precious raw material in perfumery, highly appreciated for its fresh, slightly bitter, and intensely zesty citrus facets, resembling green mandarin and grapefruit, with a unique signature.

Its complex composition gives it a bright, effervescent opening, ideal for invigorating the top notes of a fragrance, while offering a longer-lasting hold compared to other citrus oils, due to its naturally higher concentration of limonene, γ-terpinene, and β-phellandrene.

Common applications in perfumery:

Integrated into fresh eaux de toilette or modern colognes, where it provides a sophisticated citrus burst, subtly green and aromatic.
Used to enhance floral hearts (orange blossom, neroli, jasmine) or fruity accords (pear, apple, peach), giving them a natural glow.
Employed in woody, chypre, or oriental bases, where it contrasts with darker notes to create balanced and refined compositions.
Sometimes chosen to create cocktail or "mojito" accords, in playful and contemporary citrus creations.

A true signature ingredient in Japanese or Mediterranean-inspired creations, yuzu essential oil charms with its versatility, bold freshness, and modernity, while staying true to a millennia-old olfactory tradition.

Aromatherapy :

Main components:

Limonene: 75 to 80%
γ-terpinene: 8 to 10%
Linalool: < 2%
Myrcene: < 2%
α-phellandrene: < 2%

Technical and regulatory

Detailed information :

Commercial designation :	Yuzu Essential oil
Product's Familly :	YUZU
Type of extract :	Essential oil
INCI Cosing :	100% CITRUS JUNOS PEEL OIL
Country of manufacturing :	SPAIN, JAPAN
Country of harvest :	SPAIN, JAPAN
Part of the plant :	Pericarp
Declared domestic use :	Ingredient
Botanical name :	Citrus junos Siebold ex Tanaka
Composition :	100% pure, natural and integral. Chemotyped.
Regulated sale :	Non
CAS EINECS :	233683-84-6
CE number :	639-006-9
FEMA GRAS :	4862
COE :	-
FDA :	182.20
Flash point (°C) :	51
Minimum shelf life (month) :	18
Internal reference :	F1001
Transport Data Dangerous Goods :	3/III/1197

Hazard statements :

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour.

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

H315

Causes skin irritation.

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H410

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Usage tips

Manual:

Fragrance ingredient. Keep out of reach of children. Do not apply directly to the skin. Not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women, or by young children (under 6).

Consult our guides: storage and preservation methods and precautions for use