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Product: Orange Oil CP
Orange collections in Brazil
Orange Blossom before fruit
Orange Oil CP Brazil Citrus sinensis
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Description
Orange oil is extracted by simple pressure from the outer coloured part of the Citrus sinensis' peel. Oranges are widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical climates for the sweet fruit and commercially for essential oil extraction.
Orange oil is a by-product of the juice industry. Oil is cold pressed from the peel of the fruit, after juice extraction and is widely used across the flavour and fragrance industry. Sweet orange (citrus sinensis) is around 90% d’limonene, a product used across many more industries. Approximately 40% of global oranges are processed for juice and oil with 60% solely used as a fresh fruit for consumption.
Brazil has the largest production of fresh oranges and also it processes more orange than any other country making it the largest producer of orange oil and d’limonene (orange terpenes) in the world. Harvesting can be almost 12 months of the year due to the widespread distribution of plantations, however it is unusual for any significant production during February – April. Therefore we usually consider May - December as a typical harvesting period.
Brazilian oranges make up for around 34% of the world market – approximately 17 million tons+/- from a global estimate of 50 million tons +/- of fresh fruit. The Brazilian state of São Paulo contributes around 80% of the country’s production figures.
It's been a challenging time of late for the world's largest producing country and they're forecasting a sharp reduction of 18.3% in the total 2016/17 crop. To read more about today's conditions click here.
You may have recently read in our Market reports details of the challenges faced by the industry due to Citrus Greening. Click here for more details of the global impact of this wide spreading disease.
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Citrus sinensis
- Origin: Brazil
- Crop Season: July - December
- Plant/part used: Peel
- Method of extraction: Cold pressed
- TSCA CAS: 8008-57-9
- EINECS CAS: 8028-48-6
- EINECS: 232-433-8
- INCI Name: Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) oil
- Appearance: Yellow orange to deep orange mobile liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Orange fresh juicy sweet
- Density: 0.840 - 0.848
- Refractive index: 1.470 - 1.476
- Optical rotation: +94º to +100º
- Chemical constituents: Limonene, Myrcene, Pinene, Linalool
- Fragrance usage: max. 10%
- Flavour usage: max. 4200ppm
- IFRA: Restricted by IFRA
- Allergens: Contains fragrance allergens
- REACH: Registered
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Latest Market Information April 15, 2025
According to the Fundecitrus report of February 2025, Brazil’s orange production for the 2024–2025 season is forecast to be 228 million boxes. This is a 2.4 percent increase from the December forecast of 223 million boxes. This anticipated recovery is attributed to improved weather conditions and enhanced agricultural practices, which have positively influenced fruit yield. However, despite the increase in overall orange production, the orange oil industry continues to face challenges that could impact its long-term stability.
One of the most significant threats remains Citrus Greening Disease (HLB), which continues to spread across major citrus-producing regions. This disease reduces fruit quality and yield, directly affecting the extraction process and supply of orange oil. Additionally, climate variability has further complicated production, with unpredictable weather patterns— including droughts and extreme heat—posing risks to fruit-bearing trees and oil content in citrus peels. Prolonged dry spells have been particularly concerning, leading to inconsistent oil extraction rates and fluctuations in supply.
Despite these challenges, market trends indicate continued demand for Brazilian orange oil, given its extensive use in the fragrance and flavor industries. However, supply constraints remain an issue. Global orange oil exports have faced disruptions, with Brazil experiencing a notable decline in availability due to climatic and disease-related impacts. Although production is expected to recover, international supply chains remain volatile, affecting export volumes and overall market stability. While production forecasts are optimistic, the industry must focus on disease management, sustainable agricultural practices, and enhanced processing efficiencies to ensure long-term stability and meet growing global demand.
Market prices : USD 19.00 /kilo -
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