Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Sweet orange peel oil is GRAS for food use as a flavoring at typical levels. It contains limonene and other terpenes.
What it is
Sweet orange peel oil (Citrus sinensis, formerly Citrus aurantium dulcis), an essential oil obtained by cold pressing the peel of sweet oranges.
Used as a flavoring in beverages, candies, baked goods, and desserts, and as a fragrance in cosmetics.
Why it's flagged
- photosensitivity in topical use
- rare citrus allergy
What regulators actually say
"Orange (sweet) peel and its essential oils, oleoresins, and natural extractives are GRAS for their intended use as flavorings."
"Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 establishes harmonised rules for flavourings used in food."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS for use as flavor under 21 CFR 182.20.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted flavoring under Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008.
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