D-Limonene

D-Limonene is a naturally occurring citrus terpene recovered from orange and other citrus peels, and one of the most popular bio-based solvents on the market. With its powerful grease-cutting solvency, pleasant orange odour and renewable origin, it is used as a natural degreaser and cleaning solvent, a fragrance and flavour ingredient, a green replacement for petroleum and chlorinated solvents, and a bio-based chemical intermediate. Its appeal is being both effective and natural: D-limonene dissolves oils, greases, adhesives and resins comparably to harsh solvents, while being derived from a renewable citrus by-product and readily biodegradable. It is supplied in technical (cleaning), food/flavour and fragrance grades, distinguished by purity and odour profile. Industrial buyers sourcing D-Limonene in bulk also track d-limonene pricing closely, since it feeds directly into their downstream costs - which is why working with an established d-limonene supplier and distributor like Elchemy matters.

Manufacturing Process of D-Limonene

D-Limonene is obtained from citrus peel, a by-product of the juice industry. During juice extraction, cold-pressing releases citrus peel oil; the peel is also steam-distilled. The crude d-limonene is then purified by fractional (vacuum) distillation to remove waxes, colour and off-notes, yielding technical, food or fragrance grade depending on the degree of refining. It is a natural, renewable product with no chemical synthesis involved. As a quality-focused d-limonene manufacturer and sourcing partner, Elchemy tests every shipment for purity (GC), specific gravity, optical rotation and peroxide value before dispatch, with a Certificate of Analysis travelling alongside each order.

D-Limonene Price & D limonene supplier: Bulk Pricing Guide

If you are comparing d limonene suppliers for bulk procurement, Elchemy provides quotes based on your exact requirements. Share your volume, grade, destination and packaging on the quote form and our team reverts with a detailed offer within 24 to 48 hours. Pricing is quoted rather than published because the cost is driven by the citrus (orange) crop and juice-industry output, which makes it seasonal and weather-sensitive, not a fixed list. This is why a live quote from a d-limonene supplier is always more accurate than any headline figure. Beyond that, several factors shape the final d-limonene price: grade, committed volume, origin country, packaging format, freight, Incoterm (FOB, CIF or DDP) and import duty (HTS 2902.19 for US-bound shipments). For an approximate read on where the market sits, procurement teams often reference citrus/orange oil and terpene price indices. Trade publications also report the d-limonene price per kg as a unit-level benchmark, useful for spotting short-term regional shifts. At bulk procurement scale, the d-limonene price per ton (or per MT) is the most relevant commercial unit, since contracts are negotiated at that level. For an exact rate, none of these replaces a direct quote. Your final price depends on contract structure, destination, volume and timing - so a quote from our team is always the most accurate number for your procurement.

Packaging & Logistics for Bulk D-Limonene

D-Limonene ships in standard export packaging - bags, drums, IBCs or bulk as the material requires - with both metric and imperial weights, supplied to your specification. A typical 20' container holds a full commercial load depending on packaging. For US, UK and UAE buyers, Elchemy arranges compliant freight and customs documentation, offering EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP terms. Transit times and stock position are confirmed at quotation, and samples are dispatched within 24 to 48 hours. Store per the conditions on the TDS. As a global d-limonene distributor, Elchemy ships to 40+ countries with the documentation each destination market requires.

Why Choose Elchemy as a Trusted D-Limonene Supplier

Elchemy makes sourcing D-Limonene straightforward for industrial buyers. Every order ships with a Certificate of Analysis, TDS and GHS-aligned SDS as standard, across the grades listed above. Because we source across multiple origins, we quote the best landed cost for your destination rather than a single d-limonene manufacturer's list price. Partner plants operate to recognised quality standards (ISO 9001, plus food/pharma certifications where relevant), with Halal and Kosher documentation on request. From the USA and UK to the UAE and beyond, Elchemy serves as a single d-limonene supplier, manufacturer and distributor relationship - with samples before bulk and pricing tailored to your volume and contract terms.

Safety & Handling

Classified under GHS as Flammable Liquid Category 3 (H226), Skin Irritant/Sensitiser (H315/H317), Aspiration hazard (H304), Aquatic Chronic (H411). DOT/UN: UN2319 (terpene hydrocarbons) or UN1993, Class 3, PG III - confirm the SDS. D-Limonene is a low-toxicity, natural, biodegradable solvent, but it has two notable considerations. First, it is a declarable fragrance allergen - and, importantly, it auto-oxidises in air and light to form oxidation products (hydroperoxides) that are skin sensitisers, which is why it is supplied antioxidant-stabilised and should be stored sealed and cool. Second, it is combustible (flash point 48 °C) and an aspiration hazard if swallowed. It also irritates skin and eyes on prolonged contact. Handle with gloves, avoid air/light exposure of stored material, and keep from ignition sources. The full 16-section GHS-aligned SDS is available alongside every D-Limonene order.