Citrus sinensis is an orange tree of the Rutaceae family, native to the region between the Himalayas and southern China. The Portuguese brought it to Europe ca. 1400, after which its cultivation spread widely in a number of countries. The fruit of Citrus sinensis is called the sweet orange to distinguish it from the bitter orange, the fruit of Citrus aurantium.
Citrus sinensis (L.) Persoon (CH.)
Brazil
Code B694
CAS TSCA 8008-57-9
CAS EINECS 8028-48-6
Citrus sinensis is an orange tree of the Rutaceae family, native to the region between the Himalayas and southern China. The Portuguese brought it to Europe ca. 1400, after which its cultivation spread widely in a number of countries. The fruit of Citrus sinensis is called the sweet orange to distinguish it from the bitter orange, the fruit of Citrus aurantium.
We source our essential oil of sweet orange from a local partner.
In cosmetics, sweet orange extracts are used in products like fruity toning masks, citrus shower gels and night creams. They are also used in products for sensitive and delicate skin.
Main components: D-Limonene (90.00 to 97.00%), Myrcene (<= 4.00%), Alpha pinene (<= 2.00%), Sabinene (<= 2.00%)