Citrus Tangerina Fruit

INCI: CITRUS TANGERINA (TANGERINE) FRUIT

CAS Number
223748-44-5
Function
Skin conditioning, fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific restriction; covered under the CIR assessment of Citrus fruit-derived ingredients

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Potential sensitization from citrus compounds; citric acid content may cause mild irritation on compromised skin; generally considered low risk as a whole-fruit derivative. Whole-fruit ingredient from Citrus tangerina; provides a complex of vitamins, flavonoids, sugars, and organic acids; tangerine-specific chemotype with high limonene content

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Tangerina Fruit safe in cosmetics?

Potential sensitization from citrus compounds; citric acid content may cause mild irritation on compromised skin; generally considered low risk as a whole-fruit derivative. Whole-fruit ingredient from Citrus tangerina; provides a complex of vitamins, flavonoids, sugars, and organic acids; tangerine-specific chemotype with high limonene content The EU classifies Citrus Tangerina Fruit as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Citrus Tangerina Fruit allowed in the EU?

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

What does Citrus Tangerina Fruit do in cosmetics?

Citrus Tangerina Fruit functions as: Skin conditioning, fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223748-44-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Tangerina Fruit?

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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