tangerine oil america

Tangerine oil America is a volatile essential oil extracted from the peel of the Citrus reticulata fruit, a member of the Rutaceae family. Characterized by its medium-strength citrus odor that combines aldehydic, peely, terpenic, and mandarin notes, it is widely recognized for its fresh and fruity sensory profile. Also known as Citrus nobilis var. deliciosa Swingle var. Tangerine oil America and Tangerine EO among other synonyms, this oil is valued in both flavor and fragrance industries. It is typically derived through cold pressing or steam distillation of tangerine peels. For comprehensive molecular and chemical information, it is catalogued under PubChem (https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/8016-85-1). The oil is notable for its complex citrus aroma that complements a variety of formulations.

Tangerine oil naturally occurs in the peels of tangerine fruits, specifically varieties under Citrus reticulata. This oil is prominent in cosmetic and flavor applications, including deodorants, perfumes, and as a flavoring agent in foods such as baked goods, chewing gum, and beverages. Its citrus-aldehydic scent quality imparts fresh and fruity notes desirable in complex fragrance compositions. According to IFRA (Global) standards, its usage is limited to 10% in fragrance concentrates to mitigate phototoxicity risk due to furocoumarins present. FEMA (US) recognizes this oil as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for flavoring purposes. The oil's versatility extends to substitutions for petitgrain mandarin and bergamot components in perfumery.

Tangerine oil America exhibits specific gravity values ranging from 0.844 to 0.854 at 25 °C and refractive indices between 1.469 and 1.496 at 20 °C. It has a flash point around 114 °F (46 °C), indicating moderate flammability requiring careful handling. The oil partially dissolves in fixed and paraffin oils and exhibits limited solubility in water and glycerin, influencing its formulation compatibility. Stability under alkaline conditions requires caution during product development. Proper storage in cool, dry, and light-protected conditions extends its shelf life beyond 12 months. These properties collectively affect extraction, formulation, and handling procedures in industrial and cosmetic uses.

FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):	View
Export Tariff Code:	3301.19.0000
Typical G.C.
Wikipedia:	View
FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

Safety information

European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xn - Harmful.
R 10 - Flammable. R 38 - Irritating to skin. R 43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact. R 50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R 65 - Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 24 - Avoid contact with skin. S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet. S 62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Flammable liquids (Category 3), H226 Skin irritation (Category 2), H315 Skin sensitisation (Category 1), H317 Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H400 Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word	Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H226 - Flammable liquid and vapour H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P233 - Keep container tightly closed. P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment. P242 - Use only non-sparking tools. P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 - Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 - Avoid release to the environment. P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting. P333 + P313 - IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. P391 - Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment P403 + P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 - Store locked up. P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 > 5000 mg/kg Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
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 Other Specification:
IFRA fragrance material specification:
	The following essential oils contain small amounts of phototoxic furocoumarins. These levels are not high enough to require special restrictions if used alone, but if used in combination with one or the other phototoxic essential oil, attention should be paid that the total level of bergapten (5-MOP) in the consumer product does not exceed 15 ppm. It is the responsibility of fragrance manufacturers to ensure that the level is observed. Typical levels of 5-MOP are the following: Tangerine oil cold pressed - 50 ppm.
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
citral	Max. Found: 0.1 % and Reason: Sensitization
citronellol	Max. Found:
citronellal	Max. Found: 0.1 % and Reason: Sensitization
Recommendation for tangerine oil america usage levels up to:
	10.0000 % 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
Click here to view publication 3
		average usual ppm	average maximum ppm
baked goods:		-	250.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic):		-	90.00000
beverages(alcoholic):		-	-
breakfast cereal:		-	-
cheese:		-	-
chewing gum:		-	810.00000
condiments / relishes:		-	-
confectionery froastings:		-	-
egg products:		-	-
fats / oils:		-	-
fish products:		-	-
frozen dairy:		-	160.00000
fruit ices:		-	160.00000
gelatins / puddings:		-	20.00000
granulated sugar:		-	-
gravies:		-	-
hard candy:		-	160.00000
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

EPI System: View

ClinicalTrials.gov:search

EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):8016-85-1

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

WISER:UN 2319

WGK Germany:2

citrus reticulata blanco var. tangerine oil

Chemidplus:008016851