Is Citrus Aurantifolia Peel safe in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel (CAS No specific CAS assigned for whole peel; related: 90063-52-8 (generic lime)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Softener and conditioner. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
No specific CAS assigned for whole peel; related: 90063-52-8 (generic lime)
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Function
Softener and conditioner
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR-reviewed under 47 Citrus peel-derived ingredients (2021); safe when formulated to be non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and ≤15 ppm 5-MOP in leave-on products
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Citrus Aurantifolia Peel.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Citrus Aurantifolia Peel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citrus Aurantifolia Peel allowed in the EU?
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Citrus Aurantifolia Peel do in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel functions as: Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No specific CAS assigned for whole peel; related: 90063-52-8 (generic lime).
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