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The introduction of the bitter orange tree to North Africa is part of the Arab cultural heritage dating back over 1,000 years, which transformed the rural landscape and economy of the region.
Tunisia produces the largest share of the world's orange blossom, with crops stretching across fields that resemble white seas when they bloom in the spring, creating a unique sight that attracts visitors from around the world.
The citrus greening disease is one of the most serious threats to global citrus production, affecting not only perfume manufacturing but also the food industry, with estimated economic losses of billions of euros annually.
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.