sweet orange peel oil c.p. (citrus sinensis var. washington navel) blond italy

Sweet orange peel oil C.P. (Citrus sinensis var. Washington Navel blond Italy) is a natural essential oil extracted from the peels of the Washington Navel variety of sweet orange. This oil is recognized for its distinctive citrus aroma and orange flavor profile. Classified as a plant-derived essential oil, it is commonly used as an analytical reference rather than for commercial fragrance or flavor formulation. The term "C.P." denotes "Cold Pressed," a method of extraction preserving the oil's natural constituents. The compound is also identified by the synonym citrus sinensis var. washington navel c.p. blond italy. For detailed chemical properties and structural information, one can consult authoritative resources such as the PubChem database. The oil is typically sourced from Italian cultivations of this specific orange variety, emphasizing its regional origin and unique sensory attributes.

This oil derives biologically from the Citrus sinensis L. var. Washington Navel plant, a cultivar cultivated primarily for its edible fruit. Unlike typical sweet orange oils used in fragrances or flavoring, this particular preparation is designated solely for informational purposes and is not intended for active commercial use in these sectors. Regulatory frameworks such as IFRA (International Fragrance Association, Global) standards highlight the importance of managing components like limonene and controlling peroxide levels in related citrus oils. Although this oil is not applied in fragrance or flavor formulations, it serves as a reference material in research and specification studies within the citrus essential oil industry.

Sweet orange peel oil C.P. exhibits a characteristic citrus scent closely associated with orange. It is soluble in alcohol, facilitating its use in alcohol-based analytical or topical media, but it is insoluble in water, limiting its dispersion in aqueous formulations. These solubility properties imply that the oil's hydrophobic components predominate, typical of citrus peel oils rich in monoterpenes such as limonene. The oil’s physical nature and chemical composition make it less suitable for direct flavor or fragrance applications, especially in formulations requiring water solubility. Stability considerations include maintaining low peroxide levels to prevent oxidation. These factors influence the ways in which this essential oil might be handled for research or reference use.

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Typical G.C.
FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

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GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
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Dermal Toxicity:
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Inhalation Toxicity:
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Safety in use information

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information only not used for fragrances or flavors
IFRA Other Specification:
IFRA fragrance material specification:
	d-, l-and dl-Limonene and natural products containing substantial amounts of it, should only be used when the level of peroxides is kept to the lowest practical level, for instance by adding antioxidants at the time of production. Such products should have a peroxide value of less than 20 millimoles peroxides per liter, determined according to the FMA method, which can be downloaded from the IFRA website (see Analytical Methods).
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
citral	Max. Found: 0.15 % and Reason: Sensitization
geraniol	Max. Found:
Recommendation for sweet orange peel oil c.p. (citrus sinensis var. washington navel) blond italy usage levels up to:
	not for fragrance use.
Recommendation for sweet orange peel oil c.p. (citrus sinensis var. washington navel) blond italy flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

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