Banned in EU

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil

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

What is it?

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves and flowers of the Lemon Verbena, Lippia citriodora, Verbenaceae

What does it do?

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower 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

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 450), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil?

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lippia Citriodora Leaf/Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves and flowers of the Lemon Verbena, Lippia citriodora, Verbenaceae

Is Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil do in cosmetic products?

Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.

What is the CAS number of Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lippia Citriodora Leaf/flower Oil is 8024-12-2.

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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: 15/10/2010