The Potential Use of Citrus aurantifolia L. Essential Oils for Decay Control, Quality Preservation of Agricultural Products, and Anti-Insect Activity

The primary objective of the study was to evaluate biological activity Citrus aurantifolia essential oil (CAEO) with emphasis on antioxidant, antimicrobial, and insecticidal activity, chemical composition, antimicrobial effect its vapor phase in situ various food models. We determined main volatile components CAEO as α-phellandrene (48.5%) p-cymene (16.5%). antioxidant high reached 74.5 ± 0.5%, which corresponds 442 2.3 TEAC. contact most pronounced against Gram-negative bacteria, inhibition zones 12.66–15.33 mm a minimal concentration 2.36–8.26 µL/mL. at highest tested (500 µL/mL), but inhibitory seen all concentrations tested. observed types microorganisms model foods. Based findings, could find use storing extending shelf life agricultural products. Insecticidal 10–90% depending used. significant provides possibility using natural insecticidal, larvicidal, or repellent preparation.