Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is an essential oil obtained from the fresh leaves of the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus smithii, Myrtaceae. Its chief constituent is eucalyptol (70-80%) accompanied by alpha-pinene, phellandrene, terpineol, citronellal, geranyl acetate, eudesmol, eudesmyl acetate, piperitone, isovaleral and other volatile aldehydes
What does it do?
Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf 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
Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf 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 Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil?
Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is an essential oil obtained from the fresh leaves of the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus smithii, Myrtaceae. Its chief constituent is eucalyptol (70-80%) accompanied by alpha-pinene, phellandrene, terpineol, citronellal, geranyl acetate, eudesmol, eudesmyl acetate, piperitone, isovaleral and other volatile aldehydes
Is Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil do in cosmetic products?
Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Eucalyptus Smithii Leaf Oil is 91771-68-5.
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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: 02/03/2011