Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
5-MOP must be ≤15 ppm in finished leave-on product; limonene (major constituent) is an EU Annex III listed allergen requiring label declaration above 0.001% in leave-on / 0.01% in rinse-off; citral is a fragrance allergen (SCCS-flagged); oxidation of limonene can form sensitizing hydroperoxides — formulate with antioxidants; IFRA-compliant use levels recommended; pesticide residue monitoring required
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil safe in cosmetics?
5-MOP must be ≤15 ppm in finished leave-on product; limonene (major constituent) is an EU Annex III listed allergen requiring label declaration above 0.001% in leave-on / 0.01% in rinse-off; citral is a fragrance allergen (SCCS-flagged); oxidation of limonene can form sensitizing hydroperoxides — formulate with antioxidants; IFRA-compliant use levels recommended; pesticide residue monitoring required The EU classifies Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil allowed in the EU?
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil do in cosmetics?
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil functions as: Deodorizer; Fragrance; Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8016-85-1 (CAS TSCA); 93686-22-7 (CAS EINECS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel 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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