Allowed in EU

Betula Alba Oil

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Betula Alba Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the Birch, Betula alba L., Betulaceae

What does it do?

Betula Alba Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Betula Alba Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Betula Alba Oil?

Betula Alba Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Betula Alba Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the Birch, Betula alba L., Betulaceae

Is Betula Alba Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Betula Alba Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Betula Alba Oil do in cosmetic products?

Betula Alba Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Betula Alba Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Betula Alba Oil is 8001-88-5 / 8027-43-8.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010