Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) seed oil
AKA “6-dimethyl-10-methylidenedodeca-2, Orange terpenes, |A-Sinensal
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) seed oil
AKA: 6-dimethyl-10-methylidenedodeca-2, Orange terpenes, |A-Sinensal
Essential Oil · Oral-Care | Fragrance | Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8028-48-6 / 84012-28-2
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to China, Southeast Asia. Derived from the seeds of sweet orange (Citrus aurantium dulcis) in the Rutaceae family, primarily grown in China and Southeast Asia. Cold-pressed or solvent-extracted from the seeds to obtain the oil.
Plant Source
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Oral-Care | Fragrance | Conditioning
Benefits
Flavouring
Skin Conditioning
Anti-Aging
Wound Healing
Antimicrobial
Adds pleasant taste
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Orange seed oil has been used in traditional medicine systems for its emollient and antioxidant properties, though documentation of cosmetic use is limited compared to other citrus seed oils.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR