Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil

INCI: CITRUS UNSHIU/AURANTIUM PEEL OIL

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned — blend of C. unshiu (98106-71-9) and C. aurantium (68916-04-1)
Function
Fragrance; Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA — no specific restriction. Not directly CIR-reviewed as a blend. Individual components reviewed: C. aurantium amara peel oil (CIR 2014, safe with conditions); C. unshiu peel oil not individually reviewed

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Phototoxicity is the primary concern due to bergapten/5-MOP content in C. aurantium component. IFRA restricts bitter orange oil expressed to ≤1.25% in leave-on sun-exposed products. Combined 5-MOP must not exceed 15 ppm in finished product. Furocoumarin analysis from supplier required; consider FCF (furocoumarin-free) grade.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil safe in cosmetics?

Phototoxicity is the primary concern due to bergapten/5-MOP content in C. aurantium component. IFRA restricts bitter orange oil expressed to ≤1.25% in leave-on sun-exposed products. Combined 5-MOP must not exceed 15 ppm in finished product. Furocoumarin analysis from supplier required; consider FCF (furocoumarin-free) grade. The EU classifies Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil allowed in the EU?

Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil do in cosmetics?

Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium Peel Oil functions as: Fragrance; Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned — blend of C. unshiu (98106-71-9) and C. aurantium (68916-04-1).

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Unshiu/Aurantium 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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