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Fragrance

Citrus aurantium amara and dulcis peel oil

CAS 68916-04-1/ 72968-50-4; 97766-30-8/ 8028-48-6/ 8008-57-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Bitter and sweet orange peel oils — bright citrus fragrances with limonene allergens and phototoxic furanocoumarins. Restricted in EU leave-on cosmetics due to photosensitization risk and allergen labelling rules.

Skin benefits

  • Bright citrus aroma
  • Naturally derived
  • Aromatherapy uses

Known concerns

  • Contains furanocoumarins — phototoxic
  • High limonene content — EU allergen
  • Photosensitization in leave-on products
  • Oxidation increases irritant load

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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