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Expert Verdict
High citral content (75-85%) makes this one of the higher-risk essential oils for contact sensitization. Requires proper antioxidant protection to prevent citral oxidation (which increases sensitizing potential). Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties are well documented.. Essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the whole herb of Cymbopogon flexuosus (East Indian/Cochin Lemongrass, Gramineae). Contains citral (75-85%), methylheptenone, citronellal, geraniol, and limonene. Known for...
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Is Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil safe in cosmetics?
High citral content (75-85%) makes this one of the higher-risk essential oils for contact sensitization. Requires proper antioxidant protection to prevent citral oxidation (which increases sensitizing potential). Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties are well documented.. Essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the whole herb of Cymbopogon flexuosus (East Indian/Cochin Lemongrass, Gramineae). Contains citral (75-85%), methylheptenone, citronellal, geraniol, and limonene. Known for... The EU classifies Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil allowed in the EU?
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil do in cosmetics?
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil functions as: Fragrance, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91844-92-7 (EINECS 295-161-9).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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