Green Tangerine Peel (Qing Pi) — Unripe Citrus Peel for Aromatic Use

What it is: Green tangerine peel, known in Chinese as qing pi, is the dried peel of unripe citrus fruit. It keeps a deep green color and a bright, fresh citrus aroma. How to use & application scenes: Commonly used in sachets, incense blends, herbal tea mixes, and handmade soap. Its fresh citrus note also works as a natural accent in fragrance compositions. Craft: Fruit is harvested before the peel turns yellow, then washed, cut or kept whole, and shade-dried at low temperature to help preserve the volatile aromatic oils. No sulfur fumigation is used. Cultural meaning: Qing pi has a long history in Chinese herbal and incense traditions, often linked with freshness, alertness, and the turning of the seasons. This page is for general information only and makes no health or efficacy claims.