Mandarin

At a glance

Mandarin peel oil is cold‑pressed from Citrus reticulata peel, giving a bright, sweet‑zesty citrus note with green facets, widely used as a fresh top‑note in perfumery.

Origin
Citrus reticulata peel, primarily Italy and Spain
Extraction
Cold expression
Chemical family
limonene (monoterpene)
Profile
Sweet, delicate, slightly floral citrus scent
IFRA status
Not restricted
Cost tier
Low
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-22