Description

Orange Flower Oil, Bitter is a highly volatile, natural essential oil steam-distilled from the flowers of the bitter orange tree (*Citrus aurantium* L. subsp. *amara*). This product is valued for its complex, intensely floral, and slightly bitter aromatic profile, which is a cornerstone in fine perfumery and flavor creation. It is a critical raw material for fragrance houses, flavorists, and manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and food & beverage industries seeking authentic and sophisticated natural notes.

Application

• Fine Fragrance & Perfumery: A key heart note in floral, citrus, and chypre fragrance compositions, providing depth, richness, and natural complexity.
• Flavor & Food Industry: Used as a natural flavoring agent in confectionery, baked goods, beverages (especially liqueurs like Curaçao), and gourmet foods to impart a distinctive orange blossom character.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into high-end skincare products, soaps, lotions, and creams for its aromatic properties and perceived skin benefits.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Utilized in diffuser blends and massage oils for its calming, uplifting, and soothing aromatic qualities.
• Natural & Botanical Extracts: Serves as a premium ingredient in natural product formulations where purity and botanical origin are paramount.

Basic Information

Product Name	Orange Flower Oil, Bitter
CAS No.	8022-97-7
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of natural compounds
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Oil)
Synonyms	Bitter Orange Flower Oil; Neroli Bigarade Oil; Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil; Neroli Oil (from *C. aurantium* subsp. *amara*); Orange Blossom Oil, Bitter; Aceite Esencial de Azahar; Huile Essentielle de Fleur d'Oranger Amer; Fleur d'Oranger Bigarade Oil
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Quality Control

Our Orange Flower Oil, Bitter is produced and tested to meet the highest standards of purity and authenticity. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical testing including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to verify composition and the absence of adulterants. We provide full traceability to the botanical source. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key components like linalool, linalyl acetate, and limonene are available for every batch.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to air, heat, or direct light should be avoided to maintain optimal aroma profile and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic, intense floral, fresh, and slightly bitter orange blossom
Relative Density (20°C)	0.865 - 0.880
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+1° to +9°
Acid Value	≤ 2.0
Ester Value	75 - 180
Solubility in Ethanol	Miscible in 1-2 volumes of 80% ethanol
Identification (GC)	Conforms to reference profile

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