Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers, leaves, and stems of Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae.
What does it do?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem 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 Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers, leaves, and stems of Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae.
Is Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil do in cosmetic products?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil is 85085-48-9.
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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: 15/04/2019