Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Linalool and linalyl acetate content; potential skin sensitization; recommended use within IFRA guidelines.. Volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of Mentha citrata (accepted name: Mentha × piperita); differs from "Mentha Citrata Herb Oil" primarily in INCI naming convention - both describe steam-distilled essential oils from the same species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Citrata Oil safe in cosmetics?
Linalool and linalyl acetate content; potential skin sensitization; recommended use within IFRA guidelines.. Volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of Mentha citrata (accepted name: Mentha × piperita); differs from "Mentha Citrata Herb Oil" primarily in INCI naming convention - both describe steam-distilled essential oils from the same species. The EU classifies Mentha Citrata Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Citrata Oil allowed in the EU?
Mentha Citrata Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Citrata Oil do in cosmetics?
Mentha Citrata Oil functions as: Fragrance, perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Citrata 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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