Citrus

Mandarin

Note Profile

Natural 842 perfumes

Also Known As

Indian Green Mandarin, Indian Mandarin, Italian Mandarin, Mandarin Orange, Mandarin Orange Leaf, Satsuma, Sicilian Mandarin, Spicy Mandarin, Yellow Mandarin

About

Sweet, tangy mandarin

Scent Profile

Mandarin has a bright, sweet citrus aroma with pronounced juicy and tangy facets. Its scent is softer and less acidic than other citrus fruits, often displaying subtle floral and honeyed undertones. As it evolves, mandarin reveals a gentle warmth and a lingering, delicate freshness.

Citrus 80%

Floral 5%

Fruity 20%

Green 0%

Sweet 30%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 25%

Origin

Mandarin oil is extracted primarily from the peel of Citrus reticulata fruits, typically through cold pressing. The fruit is cultivated in Mediterranean countries, Brazil, and parts of Asia, with harvests timed to ensure optimal oil yield and aromatic quality.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use mandarin predominantly as a top note to impart immediate freshness and sweetness to compositions. It blends well with other citrus oils, florals, and light woods, and is valued for brightening both feminine and masculine fragrances. Its gentle character makes it suitable for colognes, eaux fraîches, and modern interpretations of classic citrus accords.