Citronella oil - Certified Organic Supplier, Manufacturer & Wholesaler

Cymbopogon nardus · Certified Organic Lemony Grass

Citronella Certified Organic Essential Oil

Citronella Certified Organic Oil is a fresh, lemony essential oil steam distilled from certified-organic Cymbopogon nardus (Ceylon type), from Sri Lanka. With a well-rounded, soft lemony scent and subtle woody notes, this organic citronella is a versatile fresh note valued in perfumery, natural products and as a classic insect-deterrent.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our certified organic citronella oil is steam distilled from organically grown grass to capture its fresh, lemony character. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter, we supply every batch with verifiable specification. Explore our full range of organic essential oils or browse our natural essential oils for more aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameCymbopogon nardus

TypeCeylon citronella

CertificationCertified organic

FamilyPoaceae

SourceLeaves

OriginSri Lanka

Processing MethodSteam distillation (certified organic)

Colour / ConsistencyClear light-yellow to brownish liquid

Aroma Profile

Citronella has a well-rounded, soft, lemony scent with subtle woody notes — a fresh top note of medium strength.

Blends beautifully with

Citronella pairs with citrus, floral, herb and wood materials, including:

Bergamot Geranium Lemon Lavender Cedarwood Orange

Ceylon Citronella, Organic

Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), the Ceylon type, gives a soft, well-rounded, lemony oil widely used in perfumery, natural products and as a classic insect-deterrent.

This certified organic grade is steam distilled from organically grown grass.

Harvesting & Extraction

This certified organic citronella oil is steam distilled from the leaves, concentrating their fresh, lemony fraction. Explore more in our organic essential oils collection.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

Natural products — a fresh, lemony note and natural insect-deterrent in candles, sprays and soaps.
Perfumery — a soft, lemony note for fresh and functional fragrance.
Aromatherapy — an uplifting, refreshing note in aromatherapy blends.
Household — a fresh, clean note in certified-organic products.

Related Oils You May Like

For more fresh, lemony organic oils, explore related materials: Lemongrass (Certified Organic), Palmarosa (Certified Organic), Geranium (Egypt) (Certified Organic), our organic essential oils.

Caution: Citronella can sensitise skin in some people (it contains geraniol, citronellal and citronellol), so use well diluted and patch test. Dilute well before use and perform a patch test; for external use only unless working under professional guidance. Keep out of reach of children.

Why Buy Organic Citronella Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer organic citronella oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is organic citronella oil?

It is a fresh, lemony essential oil steam distilled from certified-organic Cymbopogon nardus (Ceylon citronella), from Sri Lanka.

What does citronella smell like?

A well-rounded, soft, lemony scent with subtle woody notes.

Is it a natural insect-deterrent?

Yes — citronella is a classic natural insect-deterrent, widely used in candles and sprays.

What is it used for?

Natural products, perfumery, aromatherapy and household use.

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Available from small sizes up to bulk, with wholesale pricing and organic certification. Need a custom quantity or a quote?

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Ceylon citronella is rich in geraniol, citronellal and citronellol. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Character

Structural ClassNote

GeraniolSweet, rosy-lemony — principal marker

ClassAlcohol — main marker

CitronellalFresh, lemony

ClassAldehyde

Citronellol / limoneneRosy / citrus

ClassAlcohol / monoterpene

Safety Summary

HazardsPossible sensitiser (geraniol, citronellal).

ContraindicationsUse well diluted; patch test.

Technical Notes

Type note — This is the Ceylon type (Cymbopogon nardus); the Java type (C. winterianus) is higher in citronellal.
This is a certified organic oil, produced from plant material grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers and processed to preserve organic integrity. —

Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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Full GC/MS reports and batch-specific CoA documents are available for all orders.

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100 ML/3.38OZ/0.22lbs		$ 3.75
300 ML/10.14OZ/0.66lbs		$ 11.25
500 ML/16.91OZ/1.10lbs		$ 18.75
1000 ML/33.81OZ/2.20lbs		$ 37.50
5000 ML/169.07OZ/11.00lbs		$ 183.75
10000 ML/338.14OZ/22.00lbs		$ 365.63
20000 ML/676.28OZ/44,092.45lbs		$ 723.75
25000 ML/845.35OZ/55,115.57lbs		$ 890.63
50000 ML/1,690.70OZ/110.00lbs		$ 1743.75
100000 ML/3,381.40OZ/220.00lbs		$ 3412.50
180000 ML/6,086.52OZ/396,832.07lbs		$ 6075.00

Citronella oil - Certified Organic (Cymbopogon nardus)