Banned in EU

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae.

What does it do?

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 358), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil?

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae.

Is Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil do in cosmetic products?

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 23/04/2020