Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, deodorant, flavouring in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is the juice expressed from the fruit of Citrus latifolia. (The accepted scientific name for Citrus latifolia is Citrus x latifolia).
What does it do?
Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice?
Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is the juice expressed from the fruit of Citrus latifolia. (The accepted scientific name for Citrus latifolia is Citrus x latifolia).
Is Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice do in cosmetic products?
Citrus Latifolia Fruit Juice is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, deodorant, flavouring, surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 19/05/2020