Frequently Asked Questions

MCI Miritz Citrus is a manufacturer and supplier of natural citrus ingredients for the international flavor, fragrance and food industries. Our portfolio includes citrus oils, concentrated oils, terpenes, fractions and naturally derived specialty ingredients from citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons and limes. In addition to our standard portfolio, we offer specialized and customized solutions tailored to individual customer and application requirements.

MCI Miritz Citrus is based in the center of Germany and serves customers around the world. With decades of experience in the citrus industry, international sourcing and a global sales and distribution network, we supply customers in numerous international markets.

Yes. MCI Miritz Citrus supplies customers internationally. Through our global network and international partnerships, we serve customers from the flavor, fragrance, food and related industries in markets around the world.

Our natural citrus ingredients are used in flavor and beverage applications, food products, fragrances and perfumes, personal care products, home care products, cleaning applications and other industrial applications. The suitability of a specific product always depends on the intended application and individual technical and regulatory requirements.

Natural citrus ingredients are obtained from citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits and other citrus varieties. Depending on the raw material and manufacturing process, they can include essential oils, concentrated oils, terpenes, fractions and other naturally occurring components. They are widely used to create fresh, fruity and authentic citrus profiles.

Orange oil is a natural essential oil obtained primarily from the peel of oranges. It contains a complex mixture of naturally occurring aromatic components that contribute to its characteristic fresh, fruity and citrus profile. Orange oil is widely used in flavor and fragrance applications as well as in household and cleaning products.

Orange oil is generally obtained from orange peels generated during fruit and juice processing. Depending on the desired product, mechanical extraction and subsequent processing steps may be used. These processes can preserve, concentrate or separate naturally occurring components of the oil.

Concentrated or folded orange oil is an orange oil that has undergone further processing to increase the concentration of selected aromatic components. The concentration process can create a more intense and characteristic orange profile compared to standard orange oil.

The term “fold” generally refers to the concentration level of a citrus oil. A higher fold generally means that the oil has been concentrated further and therefore offers a more intensive aromatic profile. 1-fold refers to a standard essential oil, while 5-fold and 10-fold oils are increasingly concentrated.

Citrus terpenes are naturally occurring components found in citrus essential oils. They can be separated during the processing and concentration of citrus oils and are used in a variety of applications.

Orange terpenes are naturally occurring terpene-rich fractions derived from orange oil. They contain characteristic components of orange and other citrus oils and can be used in various applications depending on their individual specification.

Lemon terpenes are naturally occurring components derived from lemon oil. They are typically obtained during the processing and concentration of natural lemon oil and are used in different industrial and fragrance-related applications.

D-Limonene is a naturally occurring terpene and one of the main components of many citrus oils, particularly orange oil. Natural D-Limonene derived from citrus is used in a wide range of applications, depending on the relevant product specification and regulatory requirements.

Orange oil is a complex natural mixture containing many naturally occurring components. D-Limonene is one individual naturally occurring component and one of the main constituents of many citrus oils. Orange oil contains D-Limonene, but D-Limonene is only one component of orange oil.

Citrus fractions are ingredients obtained by separating selected naturally occurring components from a citrus oil. Fractionation allows specific components or groups of components to be concentrated and used individually.

Citrus aldehydes are naturally occurring aromatic components found in citrus fruits and citrus oils. They contribute to characteristic fresh, fruity, green and citrus-like aroma profiles. Examples include Octanal, Nonanal, Decanal and Sinensal.

Octanal is a naturally occurring aldehyde found in various natural raw materials, including citrus. It contributes to fresh, fruity and citrus-like aroma profiles and can be used in flavor and fragrance applications.

Nonanal is a naturally occurring aromatic aldehyde found in citrus and other natural materials. It can contribute fresh, citrus, floral and green notes to flavor and fragrance compositions.

Decanal is a naturally occurring aldehyde that can be found in citrus oils. It contributes characteristic citrus, orange peel and fresh aldehydic notes.

Sinensal is a naturally occurring component associated with characteristic orange aroma profiles. It occurs naturally in citrus-derived materials and can be concentrated through specialized processing.

Our portfolio includes ingredients derived from orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, bitter orange, mandarin and tangerine. Availability may vary depending on raw material, season and market conditions.

Many products in our portfolio are derived from natural citrus raw materials. The classification and regulatory status of a product should always be evaluated individually, as definitions and regulations may vary depending on the market and intended application.

Quality is an essential part of our manufacturing and supply processes. We work with defined specifications, analytical procedures and quality management processes to ensure consistent product quality.

MCI Miritz maintains relevant quality and food safety certifications for its activities. Current certificates and detailed information are available on our website or upon request.

MCI Miritz supplies ingredients for food and flavor applications. The suitability of an individual ingredient depends on its product specification, intended use and applicable regulations.

The availability of Halal certification depends on the individual product. Please contact our team with your specific product request.

The availability of Kosher certification depends on the individual product. Please contact us with the relevant product information and requirements.

The suitability of a product for vegan applications depends on the individual product and its manufacturing process. Product-specific declarations may be available upon request.

Naturally derived ingredients can contain naturally occurring substances that may be relevant for allergen declaration. The exact composition depends on the individual product.

Yes. Product specifications may be available for our products. Please contact us with the exact product name or product reference.

Safety Data Sheets are available for relevant products. Please contact us with the exact product name and intended application.

Can I receive a Certificate of Analysis?

Yes. You can contact MCI Miritz to discuss sample availability. Please provide the product of interest, intended application, required quantity, company details and country or region.

Yes. In addition to our standard portfolio, we can discuss customized solutions based on individual customer requirements, including aromatic profile, concentration, chemical composition and application requirements.

Our team can help identify suitable citrus ingredients based on your intended application, desired flavor or fragrance profile, geographic market, regulatory requirements and required quantity.

Depending on the product, documents such as product specifications, Safety Data Sheets, Certificates of Analysis, allergen statements and regulatory information may be available.

MCI Miritz primarily supplies business and industrial customers. Please contact our sales team with information about the product, required quantity and intended application.

MCI Miritz primarily serves professional and industrial customers. Our products are designed for applications in industries such as flavors, fragrances, food and related markets.

Minimum order quantities depend on the specific product, packaging and individual customer requirements.

Please contact our sales team with the product name, required quantity, delivery location, intended application and any technical or regulatory requirements.

Delivery times depend on product availability, required quantity, production requirements and destination. Our team will provide information for your individual inquiry.

Yes. MCI Miritz works with customers and partners internationally and supplies products to markets around the world.