Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cajeput Oil. Essential oil distilled from the leaves of the cajeput, Melaleuca leucadendron L. var cajuputi, Myrtaceae. It contains 50-60% eucalyptol (cineol), L-pinene, terpineol, valeric, butyric benzoic and other aldehydes
What does it do?
Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi 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
Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi 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 Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil?
Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cajeput Oil. Essential oil distilled from the leaves of the cajeput, Melaleuca leucadendron L. var cajuputi, Myrtaceae. It contains 50-60% eucalyptol (cineol), L-pinene, terpineol, valeric, butyric benzoic and other aldehydes
Is Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil do in cosmetic products?
Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajuputi Leaf Oil is 85480-37-1.
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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