Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil

INCI: MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM OIL

CAS Number
Not separately assigned in CosIng (often cross-referenced under 68647-73-4 / 85085-48-9)
Function
Flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific restriction on this volatile oil in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Oxidized tea tree oil is a known sensitizer; peroxide value must be monitored. Contains potential allergens (limonene, linalool, 1,8-cineole). Should be stored in airtight, light-protected containers to minimize oxidation.. Volatile oil distilled from flowers, leaves, and stems - broader plant-part source than leaf-only oil, potentially different terpene ratios

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil safe in cosmetics?

Oxidized tea tree oil is a known sensitizer; peroxide value must be monitored. Contains potential allergens (limonene, linalool, 1,8-cineole). Should be stored in airtight, light-protected containers to minimize oxidation.. Volatile oil distilled from flowers, leaves, and stems - broader plant-part source than leaf-only oil, potentially different terpene ratios The EU classifies Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil allowed in the EU?

Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil do in cosmetics?

Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil functions as: Flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not separately assigned in CosIng (often cross-referenced under 68647-73-4 / 85085-48-9).

What is the Margin of Safety for Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem 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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