Petitgrain Bigarade Oil, derived from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), is a versatile essential oil commonly used in perfumery. It possesses a fresh, green, and slightly woody aroma with citrus undertones, making it a valuable ingredient in both floral and citrus compositions. Petitgrain Bigarade Oil is often utilized in the top and middle notes of fragrances, where it can add brightness and complexity. Its character allows it to blend well with other citrus oils, as well as with floral and herbal notes, enhancing the overall olfactory experience. In terms of safety and regulatory considerations, Petitgrain Bigarade Oil is subject to IFRA guidelines, which may include restrictions on its usage levels in certain applications due to potential sensitization concerns. As with many citrus-derived oils, it is advisable to be cautious regarding phototoxicity when formulating products intended for skin contact. Overall, Petitgrain Bigarade Oil is a valuable component in the perfumer's palette, offering a unique aromatic profile that can elevate a fragrance's complexity. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.
A bright, fresh citrus-woody top note with a distinctly green, slightly bitter character reminiscent of orange leaves and twigs. Opens sharp and leafy with hesperidic sparkle, drying down to a soft floral-woody nuance with a clean, almost soapy undertone.AI · claude-opus-4-7
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Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, page 325.
Pale yellow or amber colored liquid.
Pleasant, fresh-floral, sweet odor, reminiscent of orange flowers with a slightly woody-herbaceous undertone and very faint, but sweet-floral dryout notes.
Slightly bitter flavor.
Used mainly for its refreshing, sweet-floral notes in citrus colognes, fougères, and often as a replacement for neroli oil.
Finds extensive use in low concentrations in fruit and honey flavors or aroma-concentrates where it gives naturalness, bouquet, and rounds off the sharpness of many synthetic components.
Distilled with steam from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree.
Restricted IFRA-standard materials typically present in this NCS at the listed concentrations.
| Constituent | CAS | Typical % |
|---|---|---|
| METHYL N-METHYLANTHRANILATE | 85-91-6 | 48.5% |
| GERANIOL | 106-24-1 | 2.4% |
| CITRAL | 5392-40-5 | 0.65% |
| CITRONELLAL | 106-23-0 | 0.05% |