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CAS5989-27-5
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Structural formula
C₁₀H₁₆
Remove Limonen from the air
What is limonene?
Limonene is a cyclic monoterpene that is mainly found in the peel of citrus fruits. It is often used as a fragrance in the perfume industry, as a cleaning agent and as a flavouring agent in the food industry.
Origin
Limonene is mainly obtained by cold pressing the peel of oranges, lemons and other citrus fruits. Alternatively, it can also be isolated by distilling essential oils. The process is carried out on a large industrial scale to ensure purity and quality.
Recognition
Limonene is a colourless to slightly yellowish liquid with an intense citrus scent. It is slightly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents. It is characterised by a strong fruity odour, which is often used in cleaning agents and fragrances.
Limits
In Germany, the limit values for limonene are regulated by the Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control (TA-Luft) and the occupational exposure limit values (AGW).
The OEL for limonene is 150 ppm (parts per million) or 900 mg/m³. These limit values are intended to ensure that the concentrations in the workplace do not cause any damage to health.
Hazards
Health: May cause skin and eye irritation. High concentrations may cause respiratory irritation and allergic reactions.
Environmental: Limonene is biodegradable, but may be harmful to aquatic organisms in high concentrations.
Economic damage: Highly flammable, which may pose a fire risk if stored improperly.
The oxytec Purification Technology
For many organic pollutants, we offer energy-saving and clean technologies for neutralisation, which we combine in multi-stage plants. In order to achieve a reduction below the limit values, not only the dimensioning of the respective purification stage but also the sequence of the technologies is decisive, as they have different physical effects on the molecules. Below we present some of our purification modules.
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Alternative technologies
Other technologies such as conventional activated carbon filters and simple ventilation systems often have disadvantages such as high energy consumption, limited cleaning performance, large space requirements, long lead times and high investment costs.
Advantages of the oxytec solution
- Compact design: Small footprint compared to traditional systems.
- Fast amortisation: Low operating costs and high efficiency.
- Environmentally friendly: Minimised environmental impact thanks to innovative technologies
- Efficient limonene reduction: High purification levels with minimal energy consumption.