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Fragrance

Citrus aurantium bergamia oil (Bergamot oil)

CAS 8007-75-8 89957-91-5 68648-33-9/ 8007-75-8/ 85049-52-1 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

Bergamot peel oil — beloved in perfumery for its fresh citrus character but rich in bergapten, a phototoxic furanocoumarin. EU/IFRA limit bergapten to 0.0015 percent in leave-on products to prevent photoreactions.

Skin benefits

  • Distinctive fresh-citrus fragrance note
  • Used widely in fine fragrance

Known concerns

  • Contains bergapten (5-MOP) — phototoxic furanocoumarin
  • EU IFRA limit on bergapten in leave-on products
  • Citrus terpenes (limonene, linalool) are listed allergens
  • Photosensitisation can cause burns/pigmentation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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