Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract
INCI: CITRUS AURANTIUM PEEL EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May contain trace furocoumarins (5-MOP); ensure ≤15 ppm 5-MOP in leave-on products; may contain allergens (limonene, linalool) requiring labelling under EU Annex III allergen rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract safe in cosmetics?
May contain trace furocoumarins (5-MOP); ensure ≤15 ppm 5-MOP in leave-on products; may contain allergens (limonene, linalool) requiring labelling under EU Annex III allergen rules The EU classifies Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract allowed in the EU?
Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract do in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, tonic, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68916-04-1 / 72968-50-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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