Citrus Aurantium Extract
Latin Name: Citrus aurantium L.
Synonyms: Immature Bitter Orange extract; Citrus sinensis Osbeck extract
CAS No.: 8028-48-6.
Botany: Citrus aurantium, belonging to the family Rutaceae, is widely distributed in China. It is also known as bitter orange. In Chinese, it is called zhishi. Many varieties of bitter orange are utilized for their essential oil, which is used in perfume and as a flavoring. It was reported that use of bitter orange may be associated with "fainting, heart-rhythm disorders, heart attack, stroke, death".
Function:
- Weight Loss;
- Mild Exhilarant;
- Digestive Tract Discomfort;
- Anti-Microbial Activities.
Active Ingredient: Synephrine, N-Methltyramine, and some flavones such as Hesperidin, Neohesperidin and Naringin.
Synephrine:
CAS#: 94-07-5.
Molecular Formula: C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight: 167.2
Useful Part: fruit (immature)
Appearance: Yellowish brown powder
Test Method: HPLC.
Specification: Synephrine 5%-98% HPLC.
Safety: Both isolated synephrine and citrus aurantium extract have been shown to raise blood pressure in animal studies. Until more studies are conducted on the safety, pharmacology and efficacy of citrus aurantium as a thermogenic supplement, it should be treated as an ingredient with mild stimulant properties and should be avoided by individuals with cardiovascular concerns such as high blood pressure or heart problems. No toxicity is reported by oral ingestion. Handled at full strength, avoid contact with eyes or breathing the vapors.
