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Fragrance

CITRUS MEDICA ACIDA PEEL EXTRACT

CAS 93685-55-3 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Kaffir lime peel extract — a citrus aromatic with vivid lime character, but its furanocoumarin (bergapten) load is strongly phototoxic. EU Annex III tightly restricts bergapten in leave-on cosmetics.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Bright citrus aromatic profile
  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Mild astringent and toning effect

Known concerns

  • Bergapten and other furanocoumarins — strong phototoxicity
  • Citral, limonene and linalool are EU-declarable allergens
  • EU Annex III restricts bergapten in leave-on products
  • Oxidised citrus terpenes are sensitising

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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