Citrus extracts – What are the citrus extracts commonly found in other cleaning products?
Some of the cleaners called “natural” contain citrus extracts. Citrus extracts found in cleaners are typically either d-Limonene, or some form of terpene. Terpenes are the oils from citrus rind. The terpenes created in nature may be effective on greases, oils and some adhesives, but most are quite flammable. The d-Limonene ingredient is on a list of suspected carcinogens. More information about d-Limonene can be found on the National Institutes of Health web site, using their Search window at the top of their home page.
