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Satsuma

Quýt Satsuma

Citrus unshiu

Unshu mikan

Rutaceae · Vỏ quả · Fruit peel · Cold-pressed


Satsuma (Citrus unshiu) — botanical illustration
Citrus unshiu

Safety

Skin sensitization if oxidized

(+)-Limonene high. Oxidation products may sensitize skin.

Very low phototoxic, nearly non-phototoxic, similar to mandarin.

Store properly with antioxidant.


Usage guidelines

Storage
Dark, sealed, refrigerated; add antioxidant

Chemistry

Volatile constituents
(+)-Limonene75.0 – 85.0 %
β-Myrcene2.0 – 4.0 %
γ-Terpinene1.0 – 3.0 %

Botanical source

Citrus unshiu is a seedless mandarin native to Japan, the name 'Satsuma' comes from the old Satsuma province. Common in Japan, Korea, and China.

Main production: Japan, China.

Family Rutaceae.


Notes

Fresh, sweet aroma, close to mandarin but lighter and crisper. Niche for East Asian perfumery.