Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Lime, Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae
What does it do?
Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Citrus Aurantifolia Seed 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 Seed Oil?
Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Lime, Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae
Is Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil is 8008-26-2 / 90063-52-8.
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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: 22/04/2020