Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient Sensitization Data

Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha)

INCI: COMMIPHORA MYRRHA OIL

CAS Number
8016-37-3 (steam-distilled oil); also reported as 84929-26-0
Function
Fragrance, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” generally recognized for cosmetic use. Fragrance safety assessed by RIFM.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Sensitization Profile

Contact sensitization data for Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.

Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
fragrance
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.2%
Cross-reactivity Group
none
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis
IFRA Restricted

Source: IFRA

Expert Verdict

Acute toxicity Category 4 (oral, LD50 = 1,650 mg/kg). Avoid use during pregnancy and on damaged or inflamed skin at higher concentrations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) safe in cosmetics?

Acute toxicity Category 4 (oral, LD50 = 1,650 mg/kg). Avoid use during pregnancy and on damaged or inflamed skin at higher concentrations. The EU classifies Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) allowed in the EU?

Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) do in cosmetics?

Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha) functions as: Fragrance, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8016-37-3 (steam-distilled oil); also reported as 84929-26-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Myrrh Oil (Commiphora Myrrha)?

adequate 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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