Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil
INCI: MELALEUCA LEUCADENDRON CAJAPUT OIL
Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
High 1,8-cineole content (~50-65%) provides antimicrobial properties but also local irritant potential and may induce edema; sensitization risk from terpene oxidation products. Volatile oil obtained from the whole plant Melaleuca leucadendron var. cajaput; sweet herby scent similar to rosemary/eucalyptus
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil safe in cosmetics?
High 1,8-cineole content (~50-65%) provides antimicrobial properties but also local irritant potential and may induce edema; sensitization risk from terpene oxidation products. Volatile oil obtained from the whole plant Melaleuca leucadendron var. cajaput; sweet herby scent similar to rosemary/eucalyptus The EU classifies Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil allowed in the EU?
Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil do in cosmetics?
Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential Oil functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85480-37-1 (also referenced as 8008-98-8 in trade).
What is the Margin of Safety for Melaleuca Leucadendron (Cajuput) Essential 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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