Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
ユズ果実エキス (Yuzu kajitsu ekisu)
Also known as: Yuzu Extract
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| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Citrus Junos Fruit Extract↗ |
| Japanese labeling name | ユズ果実エキス |
| Common Japanese notations | ユズ果実エキス, ユズエキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (fruit of Citrus junos) |
| Typical functions | Skin conditioning, Antioxidant, Fragrance |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. |
Yuzu (Citrus junos) is a yellow-skinned, aromatic citrus cultivated across Japan, especially in Kochi, Tokushima, and Oita prefectures. Its peel and fruit carry an intensely fragrant essential oil that has been used in Japanese bathing tradition for generations — the winter solstice yuzu-yu bath is a well-known folk custom. In cosmetics, the fruit extract brings a distinctive citrus character along with vitamin-C-derived antioxidant compounds.
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Classification
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Product applications
Regulatory tags
Origin
Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Face toners and essences
- Body washes and bath products
- Hand creams
- Aromatic blends and perfumes
Ingredient profile
Citrus junos fruit extract is produced by water, hydro-alcoholic, or glycol extraction of whole Citrus junos fruit — typically the peel and pulp combined. The resulting extract contains citric acid, polyphenols (including hesperidin and naringin derivatives), limonoids, and trace amounts of essential oil components such as limonene and yuzunone.
The peel oil itself — Citrus Junos Peel Oil — is a separate, more strongly aromatic ingredient often used for fragrance functions. The fruit extract and the peel oil are distinct ingredients with distinct typical use cases.
OEM applications
Yuzu extract appears in face toners, essences, body washes, bath products, and hand creams. It is most strongly associated in Japan with winter seasonal products — reflecting the cultural association with the yuzu-yu bath on the winter solstice (tōji). Brands often release yuzu-themed limited editions in November and December.
The ingredient is also used in hair care and fragrance blends, where yuzu's distinct aroma anchors a specifically Japanese olfactory signature that is increasingly recognized in international perfumery.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Listed in the JSCI Japanese Cosmetic Ingredient Codex under ユズ果実エキス and permitted as a cosmetic ingredient.
As a food product, yuzu fruit and its juice are regulated under the Food Sanitation Act. Yuzu-producing regions participate in the geographical indication (GI) system for certain locally designated varieties — product and ingredient naming should reflect generic "yuzu" rather than any GI-protected regional name.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng under the INCI name Citrus Junos Fruit Extract. Permitted for cosmetic use. Citrus essential oil components may trigger fragrance allergen labeling requirements under EU Cosmetics Regulation. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. Commonly used in finished cosmetic products. |
| China | Citrus extracts are widely listed in the IECIC. Suppliers should verify their specific preparation against the IECIC entry prior to export. |
| Korea | Permitted as a cosmetic ingredient under the KFDA / MFDS system. |
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Seasonality & supply calendar
- Harvest months
- Yuzu harvested August – December (green: Aug-Sep; yellow / ripe: Oct-Dec)
- Peak supply
- November (peak yellow yuzu)
- Off-season
- January – July (frozen / dried supply)
Source: 農林水産省 果樹生産出荷統計. Kochi prefecture leads production with >50% national share.
Storage requirements
How the receiving OEM facility needs to handle inbound raw material.
- Temperature
- Refrigerated 4°C for the extract; freezer for long-term stock
- Conditions
- Sealed; protect from light to retain color / aroma compounds
- Shelf life
- 18 months sealed
Supply concentration
Where this ingredient comes from — useful for single-source-risk planning.
- Primary regions
- Kochi (approximately 53% national share per 特産果樹生産動態等調査), Tokushima, Ehime, Oita
- Import dependence
- 100% domestic for authentic Japanese yuzu
農林水産省 果樹生産出荷統計
Certifications commonly available
Certification schemes commonly obtainable for this raw material. Always confirm the specific supplier's current certificate before contracting.
| Scheme | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
| Organic JAS | On-request | |
| COSMOS | Common | |
| Halal | Common | |
| Kosher | On-request | |
| Vegan | Inherent |
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Quick answers
- What is Citrus Junos Fruit Extract?
- Yuzu (Citrus junos) is a yellow-skinned, aromatic citrus cultivated across Japan, especially in Kochi, Tokushima, and Oita prefectures. Its peel and fruit carry an intensely fragrant essential oil that has been used in Japanese bathing tradition for generations — the winter solstice yuzu-yu bath is a well-known folk custom. In cosmetics, the fruit extract brings a distinctive citrus character along with vitamin-C-derived antioxidant compounds.
- What is the regulatory status of Citrus Junos Fruit Extract in Japan?
- Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary.
- What products typically use Citrus Junos Fruit Extract?
- Face toners and essences / Body washes and bath products / Hand creams / Aromatic blends and perfumes
- Where does Citrus Junos Fruit Extract come from?
- Plant-derived (fruit of Citrus junos)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Citrus Junos Fruit Extract?
- INCI: Citrus Junos Fruit Extract / JSCI: ユズ果実エキス
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. What is the cultural background of yuzu in Japanese tradition?
Yuzu (Citrus junos) is most strongly associated with the winter solstice (tōji), when whole yuzu fruit is added to the bath — yuzu-yu (柚子湯). The custom is documented in the Edo-period Toto Saijiki (1838) and is sometimes attributed to a wordplay (goroawase) between 冬至 (tōji, winter solstice) and 湯治 (tōji, hot-spring cure). The bath custom remains widespread in Japanese homes and bathhouses today.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
Q. How does Citrus Junos Peel Oil compare to other citrus oils for phototoxicity?
Per published cosmetic-ingredient safety reviews, yuzu oil (Citrus junos) is generally listed among citrus oils without major phototoxicity concerns, in contrast to bergamot, lime, and certain expressed lemon oils which carry elevated furocoumarin content and require restricted use in leave-on products. Limonene is the principal monoterpene in yuzu oil (typically 60–80%), and as a fragrance allergen it must be declared on EU cosmetic labels above the regulatory thresholds (>0.001% in leave-on, >0.01% in rinse-off).
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
Q. Is yuzu fruit extract distinct from yuzu peel oil on a label?
Yes. Citrus Junos Fruit Extract (INCI) is typically a hydrophilic extract of whole fruit including peel and pulp, used for skin-conditioning and antioxidant functions. Citrus Junos Peel Oil (INCI) is the lipophilic essential oil expressed or distilled from peel, used primarily for fragrance. The two are distinct ingredients with different supply chains, MOQ, and formulation roles, and should not be substituted on label or specification.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
Use cases
Winter-solstice yuzu bath additive (limited edition)
- Positioning
- Heritage seasonal product — yuzu-themed bath salts and bath bombs released for November–December retail tied to the tōji winter-solstice custom; perennial seasonal SKU pattern in Japanese drugstore and gift channels.
- Typical usage level
- 0.1–1% yuzu peel oil in finished bath additive
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Hand cream and body lotion
- Positioning
- Year-round Japanese-citrus aromatic positioning — yuzu has become an internationally recognized 'specifically Japanese' citrus signature, used in hand creams and body lotions for both Japanese-domestic and gift/export channels.
- Typical usage level
- 0.05–0.3% peel oil for fragrance; 0.5–3% fruit extract
Sources
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Fragrance / fine perfumery
- Positioning
- Distinctive Japanese olfactory signature — yuzu's freshness profile differs from yellow lemon or bergamot and has been adopted by international perfumers as a Japan-coded top note.
- Typical usage level
- 0.5–5% in fragrance composition (formulator-dependent)
Sources
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References
- JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name directory — ユズ果実エキス
- EU CosIng entry: Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.