bitter orangeflower absolute tunisia

Bitter orangeflower absolute Tunisia is a natural aromatic compound extracted from the flowers of Citrus aurantium var. amara. This absolute presents as a thick, viscous liquid with a fragrant floral odor characterized by sweet orange blossom and green stem nuances. It is also known by several synonyms such as orange blossom tunisian absolute and citrus aurantium l. subsp. amara absolute. Classified under the PubChem database, it is obtained primarily via solvent extraction of bitter orange flowers cultivated in Tunisia and surrounding Mediterranean regions. This absolute is widely used in fragrance and flavor industries due to its distinctive aromatic profile.

Bitter orangeflower absolute Tunisia is derived from the bitter orange tree, Citrus aurantium, which grows broadly in Mediterranean climates. It finds extensive application as a flavor and fragrance ingredient, notably in perfumery where it contributes floral, citrus, and sweet nuances. This material is recognized under FEMA (US) standards with the number 2818, confirming its suitability and assessment in flavor and fragrance contexts. Its odor profile includes floral, citrus, and green stem notes, supporting its use in complex fragrance accords such as chypre, amber, and oriental themes. Additionally, it is utilized in flavoring, imparting floral sweetness to products like beverages and baked goods. The IFRA (Global) standards guide its maximum usage levels to ensure consumer safety.

The absolute has a flash point of approximately 70°C (158°F), indicating moderate volatility and flammability, typical of essential oil extracts. It is soluble in alcohol and very slightly soluble in water, making it readily compatible with alcohol-based perfume formulations while limiting its presence in aqueous systems. Its shelf life is around 12 months or longer when stored properly in cool, dry, and light-protected conditions. These physicochemical traits influence formulation stability, ensuring optimal preservation of its aromatic qualities and safety in end-use products.

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Export Tariff Code:	3301.90.5000
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Safety information

European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xi - Irritant
R 36/38 - Irritating to skin and eyes. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
IFRA Critical Effect:
Phototoxicity
IFRA fragrance material specification:
	Where the bergapten (5-methoxypsoralen) content of all relevant oils present in a compound has been determined, it is recommended that for applications on areas of skin exposed to sunshine, excluding bath preparations, soaps and other products which are washed off the skin, the total level of bergapten in the consumer products should not exceed 0.0015% (15 ppm). This is equivalent to 0.0075% (75 ppm) in a fragrance compound used at 20% in the consumer product. Where the level of bergapten has not been determined by appropriate methods, the limits specified in the guidelines on individual oils should apply. In those cases, where such oils are used in combination with other phototoxic ingredients, the additive effect has to be taken into consideration and the use levels have to be reduced accordingly. The sum of the concentrations of all phototoxic fragrance ingredients, expressed in % of their recommended maximum level in the consumer product, shall not exceed 100.
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
geraniol	Max. Found: 1.00 % and Reason: Sensitization
Recommendation for bitter orangeflower absolute tunisia usage levels up to:
	5.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3
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		average usual ppm	average maximum ppm
baked goods:		1.00000	15.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic):		-	1.70000
beverages(alcoholic):		-	-
breakfast cereal:		-	-
cheese:		-	-
chewing gum:		-	10.00000
condiments / relishes:		-	-
confectionery froastings:		-	-
egg products:		-	-
fats / oils:		-	-
fish products:		-	-
frozen dairy:		-	7.30000
fruit ices:		-	7.30000
gelatins / puddings:		-	-
granulated sugar:		-	-
gravies:		-	-
hard candy:		-	5.70000
imitation dairy:		-	-
instant coffee / tea:		-	-
jams / jellies:		-	-
meat products:		-	-
milk products:		-	-
nut products:		-	-
other grains:		-	-
poultry:		-	-
processed fruits:		-	-
processed vegetables:		-	-
reconstituted vegetables:		-	-
seasonings / flavors:		-	-
snack foods:		-	-
soft candy:		-	-
soups:		-	-
sugar substitutes:		-	-
sweet sauces:		-	-

Safety references

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

WGK Germany:2

citrus aurantium l. subsp. amara absolute

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