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Is Citrus Aurantium Peel Extract vegan?

Citrus Aurantium Peel Extract

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Citrus Aurantium Peel Extract is an extract obtained from the peel (epicarp) of the bitter orange, Citrus aurantium (Rutaceae), a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia used in foods, drinks, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Also known as Bitter Orange Peel Extract, Sour Orange Peel Extract
INCI name Citrus Aurantium Peel Extract
EC number 277-143-2
CosIng ID 41393
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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