Mandarin oil

Mandarin oil (CAS 8008-31-9), also known as mandarin essential oil, is a cold-pressed citrus oil derived from the peel of Citrus reticulata. Carrying FEMA 2657 designation, it is used commercially as a natural flavoring and fragrance ingredient.

In food and beverage manufacturing, mandarin oil delivers authentic citrus flavor to confectionery, soft drinks, baked goods, and dairy products where clean-label natural flavoring is required for the final consumer product.

Fragrance compounders incorporate it into fine perfumery, home care products, and functional blends where a bright, sweet citrus top note is specified. Personal care formulators use it in skin care and hair care products.

It also appears in flavor masking applications, where its sweetness helps balance bitter or medicinal notes in nutraceutical and oral care formulations. This versatility makes it a staple in many industrial chemical inventories.

Mandarin oil is supplied as a mobile yellow-to-orange liquid, available in both cold-pressed and steam-distilled forms depending on application requirements. It maintains a consistent profile for high-volume manufacturing.

Standard commercial grades include food-grade material compliant with FCC specifications, as well as cosmetic-grade material suitable for personal care use. These standards ensure safety and efficacy across all sectors.

It is typically offered in small containers through to drum quantities to accommodate both R&D sampling and production-scale sourcing. Suppliers provide comprehensive documentation to support regulatory compliance and quality control.