Is Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil
Also known as: EINECS 285-377-1, Tea tree ext.
INCI: MELALEUCA ERICIFOLIA LEAF OIL
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil (CAS 85085-48-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Masking, tonic. Reported NOAEL =45 mg/kg bw/day in Rat (ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Cross-Vertical Regulatory Divergence
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil is classified GHS Danger (H226, H302, H304, H315, H317, H319, H411) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
Source: Cosmetics: ingredients.eu_status; Chemicals: ghs_classifications.signal_word/hazard_statement_code
Function
Masking, tonic
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - no specific prohibition or restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil.
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =45 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | short-term | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100 - 1,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Astringent
Biocide
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Humectant
Pharmaceutical
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil.
Regulatory Flags
plant-oil
potential-allergen
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
45 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
45 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
EINECS 285-377-1
Tea tree ext.
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Biocide
Astringent
Deodorizer
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil functions as: Masking, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-48-9.
What is the NOAEL for Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil is =45 mg/kg bw/day based on a short-term study via oral route in Rat. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil used outside cosmetics?
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
Does Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
Melaleuca Ericifolia Leaf Oil is classified GHS Danger (H226, H302, H304, H315, H317, H319, H411) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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