Is Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil safe in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Also known as: Absolue orange flower, Absolue orange flower decoloree, Absolue orange flower from water, Absolute orange flowers, Absolute petitgrain (+15 more)
INCI: CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS PEEL OIL
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil (CAS 8008-57-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance, Skin Conditioning. NOAEL 5 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max Annex III Entry 351: declare if >0.001% leave-on or >0.01% rinse-off. Furocoumarin <1 mg/kg in sun-protection. Max 15 ppm 5-MOP.. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
Annex III Entry 351: declare if >0.001% leave-on or >0.01% rinse-off. Furocoumarin <1 mg/kg in sun-protection. Max 15 ppm 5-MOP.
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
GRAS for food (21 CFR 182.20); CIR safe (2014) if ≤15 ppm 5-MOP and formulated to be non-sensitizing.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil.
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Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
EPA ToxValDB — Toxicity Values
10 toxicity values from EPA ToxValDB (aggregated from CCTE, HPV, ToxRefDB, IRIS, and other regulatory dossiers).
| Endpoint | Value | Species | Route | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | >2500 mg/kg-day | Mouse | oral | short-term | HPVIS |
| NOAEL | =2500 mg/kg-day | Mouse | oral | short-term | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =1500 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | short-term | HPVIS |
| NOAEL | =240 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | short-term | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =375 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =1500 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =1500 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =375 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
| LOAEL | =375 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
| NOAEL | =750 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | HPVIS |
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Biocide
Cleaning agent
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (6)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Consumer Product Chemical
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil.
Regulatory Flags
EU_RESTRICTED
CONTROVERSIAL
eu_children_restricted
epa_safer_alternative
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
Known Synonyms
Absolue orange flower
Absolue orange flower decoloree
Absolue orange flower from water
Absolute orange flowers
Absolute petitgrain
Caswell No. 425A
Citrus sinensis Oil
Citrus sinensis peel oil
FEMA No. 2822
Neat oil of sweet orange
Oil of sweet orange
Oil sweet orange
Oils, orange
Orange flower absolute
Orange flower oil
Orange flower water absolute
Orange leaf oil
Orange oil, sweet
Orange oil, sweet, expressed
Orange oil, terpeneless (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck)
Chemical Function
Fragrance
Regulatory Lists
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care - dental care - toothpaste
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
active_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
consumer_product
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
Europe; Personal care - body oil
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
IFRA Transparency
IFRA Transparency
IFRA Transparency
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
IFRA Transparency
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil allowed in the EU?
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: Annex III Entry 351: declare if >0.001% leave-on or >0.01% rinse-off. Furocoumarin <1 mg/kg in sun-protection. Max 15 ppm 5-MOP.. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil do in cosmetics?
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil functions as: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8008-57-9.
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