yuzu fruit oil

Yuzu fruit oil is a volatile oil extracted from Citrus junos fruit, characterized by its citrus aroma and flavor, widely used in flavoring and fragrance applications.

General Material Description

Yuzu fruit oil is a volatile essential oil obtained from the fruit of Citrus junos Sieb. var. Tanaka, a citrus species within the Rutaceae family. This oil is notable for its distinct citrus aroma and flavor, commonly described as fresh and bright with characteristic yuzu notes. Synonyms include 'citrus junos sieb var. tanaka fruit oil' and 'volatile oil obtained from the fruit of citrus junos, rutaceae'. The oil is extracted predominantly by steam distillation from the peel of the yuzu fruit. This natural extract is referenced in chemical databases such as PubChem and is valued in perfumery and flavoring due to its distinctive sensory qualities.

Occurrence, Applicability & Potential Uses

Yuzu fruit oil occurs naturally in the peel of the yuzu citrus fruit (Citrus junos sieb var. tanaka), which grows mainly in East Asia. The oil is widely applied as a flavor and fragrance agent, imparting a fresh citrus aroma and flavor profile. Its uses extend to flavorings in foods and beverages, as well as perfuming and fragrance formulations in cosmetic products. The industry follows guidelines such as the IFRA (Global) standards to ensure safe usage in consumer products.

Physico-Chemical Properties Summary

Yuzu fruit oil is a hydrophobic volatile oil, soluble in alcohol but insoluble in water, which influences its behavior in formulations. Its citrus odor and flavor derive from complex mixtures of monoterpenes and other aromatic constituents. Being a volatile oil, it evaporates readily at ambient temperatures, which is important for its aroma release in products. These properties make it suitable for incorporation into alcohol-containing solvents and oil-based fragrance carriers, while limiting direct aqueous solubility.

FAQ

What is yuzu fruit oil and what are its main characteristics?

Yuzu fruit oil is an essential oil extracted from the peel of the Citrus junos fruit, known for its vibrant citrus aroma and flavor. It displays a fresh, zesty citrus note typical of yuzu and is used primarily as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient. The oil is volatile and soluble in alcohol but not in water, giving it distinct characteristics useful in various applications.

Where is yuzu fruit oil sourced from and how is it used in products?

Yuzu fruit oil is sourced from the peel of Citrus junos sieb var. tanaka, a citrus species native to East Asia. Extraction typically involves steam distillation techniques. The oil is incorporated into flavor formulations for foods and beverages and into fragrance blends for cosmetics and perfumes, valued for its fresh citrus scent and flavor properties.

Are there any safety regulations or guidelines regarding the use of yuzu fruit oil?

Yuzu fruit oil is recognized as a flavor and fragrance agent and is subject to regulations such as the IFRA (Global) Code of Practice. According to available data, it has no classified hazards under OSHA HCS (US) GHS criteria. However, formulators follow IFRA limits and perform necessary safety evaluations to ensure compliance in consumer products.

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Literature & References

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Publications by PubMed
Effects of Citrus junos by-products fermented with multi-strain probiotics on growth performance, immunity, caecal microbiology and meat oxidative stability in broilers.
Phenolic Profile and in Vitro Antioxidant Capacity of Insoluble Dietary Fiber Powders from Citrus (Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka) Pomace as Affected by Ultrafine Grinding.
Effects of olfactory stimulation from the fragrance of the Japanese citrus fruit yuzu (Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka) on mood states and salivary chromogranin A as an endocrinologic stress marker.
Evaluation of Physiological Activities of the Citron (Citrus junos Sieb. ex TANAKA) Seed Extracts.
The functional evaluation of waste yuzu (Citrus junos) seeds.
Citrus junos Tanaka Peel Extract Exerts Antidiabetic Effects via AMPK and PPAR-γ both In Vitro and In Vivo in Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet.
Yuzu extract prevents cognitive decline and impaired glucose homeostasis in β-amyloid-infused rats.
Identification and expression analysis of multiple FRO gene copies in Medicago truncatula.
Monitoring and risk assessment of pesticide residues in yuza fruits (Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka) and yuza tea samples produced in Korea.
Design and performance of a compact Li+ ion attachment mass spectrometry system with an atmospheric sampling device.
Inhibition of TNF-α/IFN-γ induced RANTES expression in HaCaT cell by naringin.
Anti-inflammatory effects of limonene from yuzu (Citrus junos Tanaka) essential oil on eosinophils.
Major phytochemical composition of 3 native Korean citrus varieties and bioactive activity on V79-4 cells induced by oxidative stress.
Overexpression of Citrus junos mitochondrial citrate synthase gene in Nicotiana benthamiana confers aluminum tolerance.
Molecular cloning and characterization of a mitochondrial dicarboxylate/tricarboxylate transporter gene in Citrus junos response to aluminum stress.
Novel character impact compounds in Yuzu (Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka) peel oil.
Identification and characterization of volatile components of the Japanese sour citrus fruit Citrus nagato-yuzukichi Tanaka.
Cloning of four genes involved in limonene hydroxylation from Enterobacter cowanii 6L.
Lipolytic effects of citrus peel oils and their components.
Inhibitory effect of yuzu essential oil on the formation of N-nitrosodimethylamine in vegetables.
Variation in major antioxidants and total antioxidant activity of Yuzu (Citrus junos Sieb ex Tanaka) during maturation and between cultivars.
Allelopathic potential of Citrus junos fruit waste from food processing industry.
Effect of antioxidant flavanone, naringenin, from Citrus junoson neuroprotection.
Naringenin from Citrus junos has an inhibitory effect on acetylcholinesterase and a mitigating effect on amnesia.
Isolation and identification of an allelopathic substance from peel of Citrus junos.
Isotope ratio by HRGC-MS of citrus Junos tanaka (yuzu) essential oils: m/z 137/136 of terpene hydrocarbons.
Molecular cloning, functional expression and characterization of (E)-beta farnesene synthase from Citrus junos.
Flavanone glycosides from Citrus junos and their anti-influenza virus activity.
IgE-mediated allergy to spider mite, Panonychus citri in occupationally exposed individuals.

Other Information

Wikipedia:	View
FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

General Material Information

Trivial Name	yuzu fruit oil
Short Description	volatile oil obtained from the fruit of citrus junos, rutaceae
Synonyms	citrus junos sieb var. tanaka fruit oil volatile oil obtained from the fruit of citrus junos, rutaceae

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex	No
Solubility
alcohol	Yes
water	No

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Citrus
yuzu
General comment	At 100.00 %. yuzu
Flavor Type: Citrus
yuzu
General comment	Yuzu

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information


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

Pictogram

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
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice

Safety references

None found