Chemical characterization of the essential oil de Corymbia citriodora Hill & Jonhson, at Las Taironas, Pinar del Río
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The essential oil of Corymbia citriodora is of great industrial importance due to its aromatic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, among others. This study aimed to chemically characterize the essential oil of C. citriodora in Las Taironas, Pinar del Río, and compare it with previous data. Foliage from young trees was collected, dried, and ground, and the oil was extracted by steam distillation. Physicochemical parameters (density, refractive index, acidity, and esters) and chemical composition were determined by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The results showed a high essential oil content (2.5%), higher than that reported in previous studies, with citronellal (35.6%), isopulegol (27.6%), and iso-isopulegol (12.2%) as the main components. Although citronellal concentrations were lower than in other regions, the physicochemical parameters met standards, confirming its quality. It was concluded that C. citriodora oil from Las Taironas is viable for industrial applications, such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, highlighting its economic potential.
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