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CITRUS PARADISI, X C. RETICULATA PEEL EXTRACT

CAS 93763-95-2 / 72869-73-9
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Tangelo (grapefruit × mandarin) peel extract — aromatic but contains furanocoumarins like bergapten, a documented phototoxin. EU IFRA caps the bergapten level in leave-on products, so use is restricted.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic citrus fragrance
  • Trace antioxidant flavonoids

Known concerns

  • Furanocoumarins (bergapten) cause phototoxic reactions
  • EU IFRA limits on bergapten content in leave-on cosmetics
  • Sun exposure after application can cause photoburns
  • CYP3A4 interactions documented for grapefruit-derived furanocoumarins

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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