Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Balsam Tolu. Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is an extract of the balsam obtained from the bark exudate of the Balsam Tolu Tree, Myroxylon balsamum (L.), Harms, Leguminosae. It consists primarily of resins, essential oils, and usually cinnamic and benzoic acids
What does it do?
Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract 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
Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract 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 Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract?
Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Balsam Tolu. Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is an extract of the balsam obtained from the bark exudate of the Balsam Tolu Tree, Myroxylon balsamum (L.), Harms, Leguminosae. It consists primarily of resins, essential oils, and usually cinnamic and benzoic acids
Is Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract do in cosmetic products?
Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Extract is 9000-64-0.
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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