Litsea cubeba oil, called may chang, is distilled from the small pepper-like fruits of Litsea cubeba. Its aroma runs intense, sweet, and lemon-bright, a lemon-drop sparkle with a soft fruity, floral roundness that holds on far longer than a true citrus peel.
Lemon without citrus This oil comes from a laurel-family tree rather than a citrus tree, and its natural citral content gives a lemon note that outlasts true citrus in a blend.
Botanical grade Sold as botanical grade, with a published COA on this site for buyers who want to review it before ordering.
Nine sizes Available from 0.5 oz up to 400 lbs, so sampling and production-scale buying happen on the same page.
We happily take bulk orders for litsea cubeba oil. Every size, from 0.5 oz up to 400 lbs, comes from the same standard, so formulators, makers, and resellers are welcome to scale up without changing what they buy.
This is a concentrated botanical material. For skin use, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test on a small area first. Keep away from eyes, children, and pets. Not for internal use. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grade is your litsea cubeba oil? ▾
This oil is sold as botanical grade. For specifics about what is in the bottle, review the Certificate of Analysis published on this site and contact us with any questions before you order.
Is litsea cubeba the same as lemon essential oil? ▾
No. Litsea cubeba, also called may chang, comes from the fruits of a small laurel-family tree, while lemon oil is expressed from citrus peel. The scent is lemon-like but bolder, sweeter, and longer-lasting, with a fruity, slightly floral roundness.
What does litsea cubeba smell like, and what does it blend with? ▾
It smells like vivid sweet lemon, intense and lemon-drop bright, with a fruity, slightly floral softness. It blends well with ginger, rosemary, geranium, and vetiver, and it helps citrus accords stay lively longer in a mix.
How do I dilute it for skin use? ▾
For skin routines, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil. That works out to roughly 3 to 12 drops per ounce of carrier, depending on drop size. Patch test on a small area first, keep it away from eyes, and stop if irritation appears.
What sizes do you offer, and do you sell wholesale? ▾
There are nine sizes, from 0.5 oz to 400 lbs: 0.5 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, 5 lbs, 25 lbs, and 400 lbs. Wholesale and bulk inquiries from makers, formulators, and resellers are welcome, and every size is available through our Shopify store.
How does per-ounce pricing change across sizes? ▾
Per-ounce cost falls steadily as you move up in size. The largest size works out to less than half the per-ounce price of the smallest bottle, so buyers who use litsea cubeba regularly save by stepping up to a bigger size.
Does lab documentation come with bulk orders? ▾
Yes. Every size is covered by the site's published Certificate of Analysis, bulk sizes included. If you need anything further for a formulation file or a reseller listing, contact us before ordering and we will help.
Which size should I choose? ▾
Start with 0.5 oz or 1 oz to get to know the scent in a diffuser or a test batch. The 2 oz to 8 oz sizes suit regular home and soap use, while 16 oz and the lbs sizes suit makers, formulators, and resellers.
How fast do orders ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need extra handling, so allow a little more time for them. Checkout is through our Shopify store, and you can contact us first about large quantities.
Why do soap makers and perfumers reach for litsea cubeba? ▾
Its exceptional natural citral content makes it a workhorse of the world fragrance trade. The lemon note is bolder and longer-lasting than expressed lemon peel and survives saponification, so it keeps a durable lemon scent in soap and keeps citrus accords alive past the first hour.
