Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel

INCI: CITRUS TANGERINA (TANGERINE) PEEL

CAS Number
Not assigned (unprocessed botanical part)
Function
Abrasives (physical exfoliant)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: No restrictions. GRAS food-grade source (citrus peels, 21 CFR 182.20)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Unprocessed botanical peel with potential for residual essential oils, limonene, and furocoumarins; pesticide residue risk and inhalation considerations apply if used as powder.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

essential-oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel safe in cosmetics?

Unprocessed botanical peel with potential for residual essential oils, limonene, and furocoumarins; pesticide residue risk and inhalation considerations apply if used as powder. The EU classifies Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel allowed in the EU?

Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel do in cosmetics?

Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel functions as: Abrasives (physical exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (unprocessed botanical part).

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) 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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