{"id":45930,"date":"2026-02-04T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/?p=45930"},"modified":"2026-02-04T11:08:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:08:55","slug":"chym-korysna-mandarynova-oliia-zroblena-na-maslopresi-craftoil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/en\/oils-en\/chym-korysna-mandarynova-oliia-zroblena-na-maslopresi-craftoil\/","title":{"rendered":"Tangerine seed oil: benefits, properties and how to use it"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tangerine is a popular member of the large citrus family, loved for its pleasant sweet-and-sour taste and delicate yet rich aroma. Notably, in its homeland \u2014 China \u2014 tangerines are considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. This belief explains why, just a few decades ago, people tried to make sure tangerines were always present on the New Year\u2019s table, trusting that \u00abas you greet the year, so you will spend it\u00bb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These small orange citrus fruits are eaten fresh, used in a wide variety of desserts, their juice is added to sauces and marinades, and dried, ground peels are used to make zest. Tangerine seeds are not wasted either\u2014they are used to produce a highly valuable cold-pressed oil rich in vitamins, minerals, and biologically active compounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essential tangerine oil vs. cold-pressed tangerine seed oil: what\u2019s the difference?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Essential tangerine oil can be found in pharmacies and some cosmetic or household stores. Unlike cold-pressed oil, essential oil is produced from the peel using steam distillation, followed by dilution with alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold-pressed tangerine seed oil is extracted from the seeds using the cold pressing method. This process involves special presses and barrels made from untreated wood or polyamide-6 (caprolon), which helps preserve the oil\u2019s natural composition and nutritional value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health benefits of tangerine seed oil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tangerine seeds\u2014and the oil obtained from them through cold pressing\u2014contain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n