A tangerine peel oil linked in EU data to an Annex II entry.
What it is
Citrus reticulata peel oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of the tangerine, Citrus reticulata. CosIng lists it as a deodorant, fragrance, perfuming and flavouring ingredient. The EU data link this ingredient to an entry in Annex II (prohibited substances).
Where it is used
Found in perfumed products, shower gels, body care products, lip products and massage oils.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
See the EU regulation section for what the Annex II entry covers and how it applies. The INCI name does not show the content of individual constituents.
Functions
- Deodorant
- Reducing and/or eluminating unpleasant odour. Contributing against the formation of malodour on body surfaces.
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
- Flavouring
- Imparting taste and/or flavour to a cosmetic product.
EU regulation
- As of
- 3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
Products with this ingredient (10)
- A True Glow-Up Duo · True Botanicals
- Refreshing Citrus Body Wash · Trader Joe's
- Sukin Art Series Anna Cole Hand Wash 500mL · Sukin
- Tula bright start · Tula
- TULA bedtime bright · Tula
- Alba Botanica More Moisture Shampoo · Alba Botanica
- Savon solide L'agrume Visage - Aleyria Cosmétiques · Aleyria Cosmétiques
- Savon solide L'agrume - Aleyria Cosmétiques · Aleyria Cosmétiques
- Deo Stick Deodorant Persian Lime · BEN & ANNA
- Déodorant baume · Acorelle

