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Citrus Limon Fruit Oil

INCI: CITRUS LIMON FRUIT OIL

CAS Number
8008-56-8 (also referenced as 84929-31-7; 85085-28-5)
Function
Astringent; Tonic
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA for cosmetic use. GRAS for food (21 CFR 182.20). Directly reviewed by CIR (2021) under the Citrus fruit-derived ingredients assessment — concluded safe when 5-MOP <15 ppm and formulated to be non-sensitizing/non-irritating.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

5-MOP must be <15 ppm in leave-on finished products (CIR). Furocoumarins <1 mg/kg in sun/bronzing products (EU Annex II/358). IFRA max 2% in most categories. Store with antioxidants to prevent limonene oxidation. New EU allergen labelling requirement for Citrus Limon Peel Oil under Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 — verify if Fruit Oil falls under same entry. Maximum reported use: up to 1.2% in night skin care.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Limon Fruit Oil safe in cosmetics?

5-MOP must be <15 ppm in leave-on finished products (CIR). Furocoumarins <1 mg/kg in sun/bronzing products (EU Annex II/358). IFRA max 2% in most categories. Store with antioxidants to prevent limonene oxidation. New EU allergen labelling requirement for Citrus Limon Peel Oil under Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 — verify if Fruit Oil falls under same entry. Maximum reported use: up to 1.2% in night skin care. The EU classifies Citrus Limon Fruit Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Citrus Limon Fruit Oil allowed in the EU?

Citrus Limon Fruit Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Citrus Limon Fruit Oil do in cosmetics?

Citrus Limon Fruit Oil functions as: Astringent; Tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8008-56-8 (also referenced as 84929-31-7; 85085-28-5).

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Limon Fruit Oil?

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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