Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is an essential oil hydrodistilled from the leaves of the plant, Melaleuca quinquenervia, Myrtaceae. Syn. Niaouli oil
What does it do?
Melaleuca Quinquenervia 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 Quinquenervia 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 Quinquenervia Oil?
Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is an essential oil hydrodistilled from the leaves of the plant, Melaleuca quinquenervia, Myrtaceae. Syn. Niaouli oil
Is Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil do in cosmetic products?
Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Melaleuca Quinquenervia Oil is 8022-72-8.
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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