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Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil

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

What is it?

Basil Oil (sweet). Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is an essential oil obtained from the herbs of the Sweet Basil, Ocimum basilicum L., Labiatae. It contains methyl chavicol, eucalyptol, linalool, estragol

What does it do?

Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Ocimum Basilicum Herb 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 Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil?

Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Basil Oil (sweet). Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is an essential oil obtained from the herbs of the Sweet Basil, Ocimum basilicum L., Labiatae. It contains methyl chavicol, eucalyptol, linalool, estragol

Is Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil do in cosmetic products?

Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ocimum Basilicum Herb Oil is 84775-71-3.

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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