Allowed in EU

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil

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

What is it?

Cummamon Bark Oil Ceylon; Cinnamon Oil Ceylon. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is the volatile oil expressed from the bark of the Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Lauraceae. It contains cinnamaldehyde (50-60%), eugenol (4-8%), phellandrene

What does it do?

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark 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

  • Tonic

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

EU regulatory status

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark 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 Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil?

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cummamon Bark Oil Ceylon; Cinnamon Oil Ceylon. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is the volatile oil expressed from the bark of the Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Lauraceae. It contains cinnamaldehyde (50-60%), eugenol (4-8%), phellandrene

Is Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil do in cosmetic products?

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil is 84649-98-9.

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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