Citrus Limon Peel

INCI: CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL

CAS Number
84929-31-7; 85085-28-5; 92346-89-9; also referenced as 977001-83-4 (UNII)
Function
Fragrance Ingredients; Skin-Conditioning Agent—Miscellaneous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: GRAS as food/flavoring agent (21 CFR 182.20). CIR: Safe in present practices when non-sensitizing/non-irritating, ≤15 ppm 5-MOP

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Undiluted lemon peel juice produced phototoxic reactions in rat studies. Occupational sensitization documented. Pesticide residue concern requires cGMP compliance. When used as physical exfoliant, particle size and mechanical irritation potential should be evaluated.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Limon Peel safe in cosmetics?

Undiluted lemon peel juice produced phototoxic reactions in rat studies. Occupational sensitization documented. Pesticide residue concern requires cGMP compliance. When used as physical exfoliant, particle size and mechanical irritation potential should be evaluated. The EU classifies Citrus Limon Peel as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Citrus Limon Peel allowed in the EU?

Citrus Limon Peel EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Citrus Limon Peel do in cosmetics?

Citrus Limon Peel functions as: Fragrance Ingredients; Skin-Conditioning Agent—Miscellaneous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-31-7; 85085-28-5; 92346-89-9; also referenced as 977001-83-4 (UNII).

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Limon Peel?

not established 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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