Citrus tangerina (Tangerine) peel

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AKA: Tangerine Peel
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginEast Asia
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel is a cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
223748-44-5
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Abrasive
Physical Exfoliant
Gently polishes surface
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2021
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR