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meyer lemon oil cold pressed

Meyer lemon oil cold pressed is a natural citrus oil with fresh lemon aroma, used as a flavor and fragrance agent obtained from Citrus x meyeri peel.

General Material Description

Meyer lemon oil cold pressed is a natural essential oil extracted from the rind of Citrus x meyeri, a hybrid citrus fruit. The oil is typically obtained by cold pressing, preserving its characteristic fresh citrus aroma described as lemon peel with sweet, aldehydic, terpenic, and slightly spicy notes. This botanical oil, classified as a flavor and fragrance material, contains compounds contributing to its medium-strength citrus odor with substantivity lasting approximately 32 hours at full concentration. It is also recognized under synonyms like citrus x meyeri oil cold pressed and meyer lemon oil. The oil's chemical profile supports its use in various sensory applications. For chemical and regulatory information, Citrus x meyeri oil is indexed in PubChem. Derived directly from the fruit rind, the cold pressing method maintains its natural volatile components without solvent extraction.

Occurrence, Applicability & Potential Uses

Meyer lemon oil cold pressed originates exclusively from the peel of Citrus x meyeri fruits grown in citrus-growing regions worldwide. It is employed primarily as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient in foods, beverages, confectionery, and perfumery. This oil contributes citrus notes with a balance of fresh lemon and subtle sweetness. Regulatory frameworks such as FEMA (US) govern its use as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) flavoring substance under FEMA number 4770. Additionally, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA, Global) provides standards limiting concentration in cosmetic and personal care products due to phototoxicity concerns related to components like bergapten. Its water insolubility and alcohol solubility influence formulation choices in flavor and fragrance systems, making it versatile across various product categories.

Physico-Chemical Properties Summary

Meyer lemon oil cold pressed is characterized by its solubility profile, being soluble in alcohol yet insoluble in water, which affects its incorporation into formulations. This property assists in dispersing the oil in alcoholic beverages or perfumery bases while limiting its use in aqueous systems without emulsifiers. Its medium odor strength and substantivity of approximately 32 hours at full concentration support persistent aroma delivery in applications. The presence of phototoxic constituents such as bergapten requires adherence to IFRA usage limits to avoid photosensitization. The oil’s balanced chemical composition ensures both aldehydic and terpenic sensory notes, essential for creating fresh, lemon-like flavors and odors.

FAQ

What is meyer lemon oil cold pressed and what are its main characteristics?
Meyer lemon oil cold pressed is an essential oil extracted from the peel of the Meyer lemon (Citrus x meyeri) by mechanical pressing without heat or solvents, preserving its natural aroma. It displays a fresh citrus odor with notes of lemon peel, sweet aldehydic, terpenic, and slightly spicy characteristics. The oil typically exhibits medium odor strength with sensory substantivity lasting around 32 hours at full concentration. It is used primarily for flavor and fragrance applications.
Where does meyer lemon oil cold pressed come from and how is it used in products?
The oil is sourced from the peel of Citrus x meyeri fruit, a hybrid between lemon and mandarin oranges. Cold pressing extracts the volatile compounds responsible for its characteristic fresh, lemon-like aroma. The oil is used extensively as a flavoring ingredient in foods and beverages and as a fragrance component in perfumes and personal care products. Its solubility in alcohol but not water guides its formulation applications. Regulatory standards such as FEMA (US) and IFRA (Global) influence safe use levels, especially due to phototoxic components.
What safety standards and regulations apply to meyer lemon oil cold pressed?
Meyer lemon oil cold pressed is regulated under FEMA (US) as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) flavoring ingredient with FEMA number 4770. The International Fragrance Association (IFRA, Global) sets limits on its concentration in cosmetic and personal care products, primarily to mitigate phototoxic risks from compounds like bergapten. IFRA guidelines recommend restricting bergapten content in consumer products to 0.0015% on skin-exposed areas. Manufacturers must also consider cumulative exposure to phototoxic substances when using this oil in formulations.

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General Material Information

Trivial Name meyer lemon oil cold pressed
Short Description citrus x meyeri oil cold pressed
CAS Number 1370641-98-7
FEMA Number 4770
FDA UNII Search
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
Synonyms
  • citrus x meyeri oil cold pressed
  • meyer lemon oil

PhysChem Properties

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

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Citrus
lemon, lemon peel, citrus, aldehydic, terpenic, aromatic, tart, spicy, candy, metallic
Odor strength medium
Substantivity 32 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (2021) At 100.00 %. fresh lemon lemon peel sweet citrus aldehydic terpenic aromatic tart spicy candy
Flavor Type: Citrus
citrus, lemon, lemon peel, aldehydic, terpenic, tart, sour, fatty
Luebke, William tgsc, (2021) Citrus lemon lemon peel aldehydic terpenic tart sour fatty

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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
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:
citral Max. Found: 5.00 % and Reason: Sensitization
citronellol Max. Found:
7-methoxycoumarin Max. Found: 0.05 % and Reason: Sensitization, photosensitization
citronellal Max. Found: 0.2 % and Reason: Sensitization
View the IFRA Standard
View IFRA Standards Library for complete information.
Please review Amendment 49 IFRA documentation for complete information.
IFRA RESTRICTION LIMITS IN THE FINISHED PRODUCT (%):
Category 1: Products applied to the lips
2.0 %
Category 2: Products applied to the axillae
2.0 %
Category 3: Products applied to the face/body using fingertips
2.0 %
Category 4: Products related to fine fragrance
2.0 %
Category 5: Products applied to the face and body using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
Category 5A: Body lotion products applied to the body using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
2.0 %
Category 5B: Face moisturizer products applied to the face using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
2.0 %
Category 5C: Hand cream products applied to the hands using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
2.0 %
Category 5D: Baby Creams, baby Oils and baby talc
2.0 %
Category 6: Products with oral and lip exposure
2.0 %
Category 7: Products applied to the hair with some hand contact
Category 7A: Rinse-off products applied to the hair with some hand contact
No Restriction %
Category 7B: Leave-on products applied to the hair with some hand contact
2.0 %
Category 8: Products with significant anogenital exposure
2.0 %
Category 9: Products with body and hand exposure, primarily rinse off
No Restriction %
Category 10: Household care products with mostly hand contact
Category 10A: Household care excluding aerosol products (excluding aerosol/spray products)
No Restriction %
Category 10B: Household aerosol/spray products
2.0 %
Category 11: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate
Category 11A: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate without UV exposure
No Restriction %
Category 11B: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate with potential UV exposure
2.0 %
Category 12: Products not intended for direct skin contact, minimal or insignificant transfer to skin
No Restriction
Notes:
IFRA FLAVOR REQUIREMENTS:

Due to the possible ingestion of small amounts of fragrance ingredients from their use in products in Categories 1 and 6, materials must not only comply with IFRA Standards but must also be recognized as safe as a flavoring ingredient as defined by the IOFI Code of Practice (www.iofi.org). For more details see chapter 1 of the Guidance for the use of IFRA Standards.

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: 26
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average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: 213.00000413.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic): 50.70000108.70000
beverages(alcoholic): 123.00000174.00000
breakfast cereal: 200.00000400.00000
cheese: 126.00000254.00000
chewing gum: 376.000001692.00000
condiments / relishes: 151.00000307.00000
confectionery froastings: 50.00000500.00000
egg products: 20.00000200.00000
fats / oils: 20.0000020.00000
fish products: 19.00000200.00000
frozen dairy: 126.00000254.00000
fruit ices: 50.00000500.00000
gelatins / puddings: 109.00000265.00000
granulated sugar: 20.00000100.00000
gravies: 41.00000107.00000
hard candy: 431.000002017.00000
imitation dairy: 126.00000254.00000
instant coffee / tea: 20.00000400.00000
jams / jellies: 125.00000200.00000
meat products: 19.0000020.00000
milk products: 126.00000254.00000
nut products: 20.00000200.00000
other grains: 20.00000200.00000
poultry: 19.00000200.00000
processed fruits: 125.00000200.00000
processed vegetables: 125.00000200.00000
reconstituted vegetables: 125.00000200.00000
seasonings / flavors: 50.00000500.00000
snack foods: 50.00000300.00000
soft candy: 232.10000456.70000
soups: 5.50000100.00000
sugar substitutes: 20.00000100.00000
sweet sauces: 50.00000200.00000

Safety references

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Safety and efficacy of feed additives consisting of expressed lemon oil and its fractions from Citrus limon (L.) Osbeck and of lime oil from Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle for use in all animal species (FEFANA asbl)
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Outcome of the consultation with Member States and EFSA on the basic substance application for approval of lemon essential oil to be used in plant protection as an acaricide, insecticide and fungicide in fruit trees (citrus)
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