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Origanum Compactum Oil

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

What is it?

Origanum Compactum Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Origanum compactum.

What does it do?

Origanum Compactum Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Origanum Compactum 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 Origanum Compactum Oil?

Origanum Compactum Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Origanum Compactum Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Origanum compactum.

Is Origanum Compactum Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Origanum Compactum Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Origanum Compactum Oil do in cosmetic products?

Origanum Compactum Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Origanum Compactum Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Origanum Compactum Oil is 90082-26-1 (generic).

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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: 07/07/2020