Bitter Orange Oil
Bitter orange oil is extracted by way of expression from the peels of Citrus Aurantium Amara. Bitter Orange, Neroli and Petitgrain essential oils all come from the same plant and possess remarkable qualities. This citrus oil is native to Southeast Asia and belongs to the Rutaceae family of plants. Bitter Orange Essential Oil shares many potentially therapeutic properties with Neroli. It has demonstrated its worth in various skincare and medicinal applications. With a fruity, fresh, and citrusy scent, Bitter Orange Essential Oil provides a refreshing experience and creates a relaxed environment, making it a popular choice in aromatherapy for treating anxiety and depression. When used in diffusers, it may help lower high blood pressure and enhance blood circulation. The oil's healing and anti-microbial properties make it a potentially excellent ally in combating acne and aging, earning it a well-deserved place in the skincare industry. Bitter Orange Essential Oil is also utilised in steaming oils to improve breathing and provide relief to a sore throat. Its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties find application in skin creams and treatments. Additionally, the oil's potent anti-inflammatory properties make it a valuable resource for alleviating sore muscles and cramps in the body.
Botanical Name:
Citrus Aurantium var. Amara
Extraction Method:
Cold Expressed
Product Color:
Yellowish Orange to Greenish Orange
Product Odour:
Citrusy, Tangy and Fruity
Viscosity:
High
Flash Point:
53 deg C
Boiling Point:
175 deg C
Specific Gravity:
0.855 to 0.875 (at 20 deg C)
Refractive Index:
1.4650 to 1.4850 (at 20 deg C)
Optical Rotation:
0 deg (at 20 deg C)
Usage Application:
Fragrance, Flavour, Pharma & Nutraceutical Industries
FEMA Number:
2826
EINECS Number:
277-143-2
CAS Number
89957-91-5
Organic Available:
Yes
Kosher/Halal Available:
Both
Country of Origin:
India
Available Grades: *
A,B & C
Laboratory Testing: **
GCMS available, Chirality and Isotope testing upon request
Shelf Life:
24 Months
Storage:
Keep in tightly closed container in a cool and dry place.
Custom Bottel & Label:
Available
Toxicity:
IFRA (International Fragrance Association) recommends that when bitter orange oil is used in products applied to areas of the skin exposed to sunlight, its concentration should be limited to a maximum of 1.25%.
This recommendation does not apply to products that are washed off such as bath preparations and soaps.
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for bitter orange oil is 6.25%, based on studies conducted with miniature swine and hairless mice. Essential oils rich in limonene (a common component of citrus oils, including bitter orange oil) should be used with precautions. IFRA suggests that the level of peroxides in these oils should be kept as low as practically possible. This can be achieved by adding antioxidants during production. In Europe, there are specific regulations for essential oils containing furanocoumarins, such as bergapten, due to their phototoxic potential. For finished cosmetic products intended for application to skin areas likely to be exposed to sunshine (excluding rinse-off products), the total level of bergapten should not exceed 15 ppm. In sun protection and bronzing products, the limit is even lower, with a maximum of 1 ppm.
When other phototoxic ingredients are present in a product, the sum of their concentrations (expressed as a percentage of the respective maximum levels) should not exceed 100%.
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EXISTING QUALITY GRADES *
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Grade A: 100% Pure and Natural (P&N): no additives, most expensive, unaltered, costly.
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Grade B: Near to Natural Oils (NNO): adulterated with natural components or similar oils, meeting various industry standards like ISO, C14, physical constants, organoleptic, and chirality. still relatively costly.
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Grade C: Reconstituted Oils (RCO): blends of natural and synthetic, may not pass tests like C14 and chirality, they meet ordinary GCMS testing and ISO standards.
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Grade D: Perfume Quality Oils (PQO): similar fragrances added to imitate original aroma Trained individuals, easily recognised, fails all tests. very inexpensive.
LABORATORY TESTING **
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Standard testing is done by Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry.
About 60% of adulterated oils cannot be detected by standard testing.
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Additional testing methods are Chirality Testing, Isomeric Testing, Marker Compound Testing, Component Ratio Evaluation and others.
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Ask us if all or some of these tests have been performed for your selection of oils. We offer customs testing as needed for larger orders .
CAUTION
This product should be avoided during pregnancy and by individuals with sensitive skin. Can cause sensitization and shuld be used in very low concentrations. All Essential Oils are highly concentrated, and if applied to skin or body, should be diluted up to a maximum dosage of 4% within a suitable carrier oil.