Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Citronella Oil (Sri Lanka). Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is an essential oil obtained from the herbs of the plant, Cymbopogon (syn: Andropogon) nardus (L.), Gramineae. The Ceylon citronella oil contains geraniol (about 60%), citronellal (about 15%), camphene, limonene, linalool, borneol. The Java citronella oil contains 25-50% citronellal, 25-45% geraniol
What does it do?
Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Cymbopogon Nardus Herb 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 Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil?
Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citronella Oil (Sri Lanka). Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is an essential oil obtained from the herbs of the plant, Cymbopogon (syn: Andropogon) nardus (L.), Gramineae. The Ceylon citronella oil contains geraniol (about 60%), citronellal (about 15%), camphene, limonene, linalool, borneol. The Java citronella oil contains 25-50% citronellal, 25-45% geraniol
Is Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil do in cosmetic products?
Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Oil is 89998-15-2.
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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: 02/03/2011