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Bitter Orange Oil

Also known as: Citrus aurantium peel oil, Neroli bigarade peel oil, Bitter orange oil (Citrus aurantium L. subsp. amara L.), Curacao peel oil (Citrus aurantium L.), Daidai peel oil (Citrus aurantium L.)

Fresh, bright citrus, slightly bitter, zesty orange peel

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

Unlike most naturals, this material has a fixed IFRA restriction that applies regardless of supplier.

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 68916-04-1
Manufacturers Various citrus processors, Bontoux

About Bitter Orange Oil

A cold-pressed essential oil from the peel of bitter orange (Citrus aurantium). Bright, fresh, and slightly bitter citrus character. Contains furanocoumarins which cause phototoxicity.