Description

Mandarin Oil is a premium, cold-pressed essential oil derived from the peel of Citrus reticulata Blanco fruits, prized for its sweet, citrusy, and uplifting aroma. This natural extract is a key ingredient for formulators seeking authentic, high-quality fragrance and flavor profiles. It serves as a versatile raw material for the flavor and fragrance, aromatherapy, cosmetic, and nutraceutical industries, where its consistent quality and purity are paramount.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A primary component in creating natural citrus top notes for perfumes, colognes, air fresheners, and household cleaning products.
• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Used to impart a fresh, sweet mandarin character to confectionery, beverages, dairy products, and gourmet sauces.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Valued for its calming and mood-enhancing properties in diffuser blends, massage oils, and bath products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare formulations, soaps, and lotions for its natural fragrance and potential skin benefits.
• Natural & Organic Products: A preferred ingredient in certified natural, organic, and clean-label product lines.
• Pharmaceuticals: Occasionally used as a natural flavoring agent in syrups and lozenges.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mandarin Oil
CAS No.	8008-31-9
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main component: d-Limonene (C10H16)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Mandarin Essential Oil; Tangerine Oil; Citrus Reticulata (Mandarin) Peel Oil; Mandarin Orange Oil; Cold Pressed Mandarin Oil; Expressed Mandarin Oil; Citrus nobilis Oil
EINECS	284-521-0

Quality Control

Our Mandarin Oil is produced and tested to meet the highest standards of purity and consistency. We adhere to stringent quality protocols, and each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets specifications for identity, strength, quality, and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters like organoleptic properties, refractive index, specific gravity, and chromatographic profile are available upon request. Our quality system supports compliance with relevant standards for natural ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent oxidation and preserve fragrance integrity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, mobile liquid
Color	Yellow to reddish-orange
Odor	Characteristic, sweet, citrusy mandarin
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.845 - 0.855
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.473 - 1.477
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+64° to +75°
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	d-Limonene: 65% - 75%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.