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Fragrance

CITRUS AURANTIUM PEEL OIL EXPRESSED

CAS 72968-50-4 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Bitter orange peel oil, cold-pressed — bright citrus fragrance dominated by D-limonene (~90%). EU declarable allergen, oxidation-sensitising, and may be phototoxic unless FCF-free. Use at IFRA-compliant levels.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Bright citrus fragrance
  • Natural perfumery ingredient
  • Some antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • High D-limonene content — EU Annex III declarable allergen
  • Oxidation forms hydroperoxide sensitisers
  • Photosensitivity from furocoumarins (unless FCF-free)
  • IFRA concentration limits for leave-on

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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