At a low dosage, it enhances the perception of sweetness and mouthfeel.
Extraction of the rich aldehyde fractions of citrus oils obtained first by Cold Expression (primary extraction).
The raw material is extracted from the peel.
Orange oil is extracted from the peel of the fruit using a cold process system. The peel oil composition brings multiple characteristics which are beneficial and largely used in the flavors and fragrance industry. Orange originated in China but has since spread to all parts of the world. The fruit is consumed fresh and processed to make orange juice; the peel is recovered during processing for post upcycling purposes.
Brazil
The largest fruit processor in the world of orange is Brazil, followed by the USA and Mexico.