Perilla Leaf

【Alias】: White Perilla, Fragrant Perilla, Perilla Hemp, Red Perilla, Xing Pa Xia Ga.

【Source】: The leaf of the perilla plant from the Lamiaceae family. Harvested during the summer when the branches and leaves are lush, impurities removed, and sun-dried.

Chinese Name: Perilla Leaf Oil

English Name: perilla herb oil; perilla leaf oil; shiso oil

CAS Number: 68132-21-8

【Preparation Method】

Obtained by steam distillation of the entire plant of the annual herb perilla from the Lamiaceae family during the early flowering stage.

【Quality Standards】

Appearance: Yellow to pale yellow clear transparent oily liquid, with the characteristic aroma of perilla leaves.

Relative Density (20/20°C): 0.920 ~ 0.970

Refractive Index (20°C): 1.470 ~ 1.510

Acid Value (mgKOH/g): ≤2.0

Peroxide Value (mol/kg): ≤1.2

【Uses】

Permitted food flavor. Mainly used in pastries, pickles, candies, jelly foods, etc. Also has preservative effects.

Perilla leaf oil is a volatile oily liquid extracted from perilla leaves and is the main active component of perilla leaves. It is now widely used in industries such as medicine, food, flavoring, and preservatives.

【Packaging and Storage】

25kg/drum, 50kg/drum, 180kg/drum. Store sealed in a light-protected, cool, and dry place.