Yuzu opens with a sharp, zesty burst. Grapefruit and mandarin are the clearest reference points, but there is also a subtle green-herbal edge, a faint floral undertone from its natural linalool content, and a powdery softness underneath that gives it more staying power than most citruses. It is bright without being shrill, and fresh without being flat.

Yuzu Essential Oil is used primarily as a top note, with notable longevity relative to other citrus materials.

Recommended concentration: 1–15% in the finished formulation.

Particularly effective in:
Fresh eaux de toilette, colognes, and aquatic compositions
Minimalist fragrance structures
Citrus-forward openings that need complexity
Uplifting diffuser and aromatherapy blends

Blends well with:
Citrus
Florals like neroli, orange blossom, jasmine
Green and herbal notes like violet leaf, galbanum, basil
Woods like hinoki, cedarwood, sandalwood
Light musks and clean ambers as a base contrast

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, home fragrance, and personal care products where a fresh, zesty citrus character is desired.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Citrus junos
Plant Part: Fruit peel (rind)
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 84929-26-0
Origin: South Korea
Odour Profile: Zesty, tart, grapefruit, mandarin, faintly floral, powdery undertone
Appearance: Pale yellow to greenish-yellow mobile liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; limited solubility in water
Key Components: Limonene, γ-terpinene, β-myrcene, linalool, α-pinene
Regulatory Status: Unfortunately supplementary data cannot be provided for this item

For external use only. Do not ingest
High limonene content - store in a dark, airtight glass container, refrigerated if possible, to prevent oxidation
May be photosensitising in leave-on products
Use in a well-ventilated area
Store tightly sealed away from heat and direct sunlight
Shelf life: 1–2 years; use within 12 months of opening for best aromatic quality