Allowed in EU

Boswellia Carterii Oil

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

What is it?

Boswellia Carterii Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the Boswellia carterii, Burseraceae

What does it do?

Boswellia Carterii 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
Tonic
provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

Boswellia Carterii 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 Boswellia Carterii Oil?

Boswellia Carterii Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Boswellia Carterii Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the Boswellia carterii, Burseraceae

Is Boswellia Carterii Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Boswellia Carterii Oil do in cosmetic products?

Boswellia Carterii Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Boswellia Carterii Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Boswellia Carterii Oil is 89957-98-2 / 8050-07-5.

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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