| content analysis | determined by the method in "03638 linalool. The amount of acetylated oil should be accurately weighed at 1.5g during saponification. In this way, the total alcohol content of linalool in the sample is obtained. |
| toxicity | GRAS(FEMA;FDA,§ 182.20,2000). LD50 3800mg/kg (rat, oral). |
| usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): soft drink 10~11; Cold drinks 10~44; Candy 18; Baked food 33~50. |
| use | GB 2760-96: allowed food spices. |
| Production method | The flowers of Lamiaceae plant Lavender (Lavandula latifolia) are distilled by steam. The yield is about 0.9%. Mainly produced in France, Spain, the former Yugoslavia and Italy. |