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Product Description
Experience the vibrant allure of Bitter Orange Essential Oil, expressed from the fresh peel of the bitter orange, with an aroma that combines Sweet Orange's sweetness with a Grapefruit-like invigorating bitterness. This unique character yields a fresh and uplifting aroma that's noticeably fruitier than traditional Sweet Orange. Sourced from oranges smaller and darker than their 'sweet' counterparts, this oil exudes a distinctive bitter floral note, echoing its origins in Dominica and Mexico. While its profile differs from its 'sweet' variant, it shares aromatic qualities with Neroli and Petitgrain, both from the same tree, adding a touch of exotic charm to your aromatic journey.
INCI Listing: Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
Frequently asked questions
What is bitter orange essential oil?
It is the oil expressed from the fresh peel of the sour or Seville-type orange, Citrus aurantium (INCI: Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed). The same tree also gives neroli from its blossom and petitgrain from its leaves.
How does bitter orange differ from sweet orange oil?
Bitter orange is drier, more complex and slightly floral, with a zesty, marmalade-like peel note and less sugary sweetness. Perfumers prize it for colognes and chypre-style accords, while sweet orange gives a rounder, juicier fruit note.
Where does it come from and can it be used in food?
It comes from bitter oranges grown in Dominica and Mexico. It is suitable as a food flavouring under EU 1334/2008, subject to the usual formulation considerations, and is a classic note in liqueurs and marmalade-style flavours.
What pack sizes and safety documents are available?
From 100 ml up to a 5 kg pack, all priced online. SDS, IFRA certificate, EU and food allergens declarations and typical GC are available; use the IFRA certificate to set the maximum level for each product category.
Specifications
| Product Code | TIS00221 |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed |
| CAS No. | 72968-50-4 |
| EC No. | 277-143-2 |
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium |
| Plant Part | Fresh epicarps (peel) |
| Country of Origin | Dominica / Mexico |
| Extraction Method | Expressed |
| Appearance | Liquid, dark olive to pale brownish yellow to orange. |
| Odour | Characteristic - Fruity, pleasant. |
| Function | Fragrance, Masking |
| Applications | Colognes and natural perfumes, Soaps and shower gels, Candles and diffusers, Liqueur and marmalade flavouring, Room sprays, Men's grooming |
| Storage & Shelf Life | Store product in full, tightly closed containers in a cool dry place away from heat and sunlight. When stored for more than 24 months, quality should be checked before use. |
| Dietary & Ethics | Vegan · Cruelty free · Kosher (Certified) · Palm free |
| Food Use | Suitable for food flavouring (EU 1334/2008) |
| Compliance |
|
Full specification & documents
Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.
- Specification
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- IFRA Certificate
- EU Allergens Declaration
- Food Allergens Declaration
- Typical GC Analysis
- Product Statements
- Manufacturing Flow Chart
- Batch CoA
Delivery & Returns
Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.
Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).
For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.
For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.
Product Description
Experience the vibrant allure of Bitter Orange Essential Oil, expressed from the fresh peel of the bitter orange, with an aroma that combines Sweet Orange's sweetness with a Grapefruit-like invigorating bitterness. This unique character yields a fresh and uplifting aroma that's noticeably fruitier than traditional Sweet Orange. Sourced from oranges smaller and darker than their 'sweet' counterparts, this oil exudes a distinctive bitter floral note, echoing its origins in Dominica and Mexico. While its profile differs from its 'sweet' variant, it shares aromatic qualities with Neroli and Petitgrain, both from the same tree, adding a touch of exotic charm to your aromatic journey.
INCI Listing: Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
Frequently asked questions
What is bitter orange essential oil?
It is the oil expressed from the fresh peel of the sour or Seville-type orange, Citrus aurantium (INCI: Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed). The same tree also gives neroli from its blossom and petitgrain from its leaves.
How does bitter orange differ from sweet orange oil?
Bitter orange is drier, more complex and slightly floral, with a zesty, marmalade-like peel note and less sugary sweetness. Perfumers prize it for colognes and chypre-style accords, while sweet orange gives a rounder, juicier fruit note.
Where does it come from and can it be used in food?
It comes from bitter oranges grown in Dominica and Mexico. It is suitable as a food flavouring under EU 1334/2008, subject to the usual formulation considerations, and is a classic note in liqueurs and marmalade-style flavours.
What pack sizes and safety documents are available?
From 100 ml up to a 5 kg pack, all priced online. SDS, IFRA certificate, EU and food allergens declarations and typical GC are available; use the IFRA certificate to set the maximum level for each product category.
Specifications
| Product Code | TIS00221 |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed |
| CAS No. | 72968-50-4 |
| EC No. | 277-143-2 |
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium |
| Plant Part | Fresh epicarps (peel) |
| Country of Origin | Dominica / Mexico |
| Extraction Method | Expressed |
| Appearance | Liquid, dark olive to pale brownish yellow to orange. |
| Odour | Characteristic - Fruity, pleasant. |
| Function | Fragrance, Masking |
| Applications | Colognes and natural perfumes, Soaps and shower gels, Candles and diffusers, Liqueur and marmalade flavouring, Room sprays, Men's grooming |
| Storage & Shelf Life | Store product in full, tightly closed containers in a cool dry place away from heat and sunlight. When stored for more than 24 months, quality should be checked before use. |
| Dietary & Ethics | Vegan · Cruelty free · Kosher (Certified) · Palm free |
| Food Use | Suitable for food flavouring (EU 1334/2008) |
| Compliance |
|
Full specification & documents
Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.
- Specification
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- IFRA Certificate
- EU Allergens Declaration
- Food Allergens Declaration
- Typical GC Analysis
- Product Statements
- Manufacturing Flow Chart
- Batch CoA
Delivery & Returns
Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.
Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).
For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.
For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.
