Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil

INCI: PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS LEAF OIL

CAS Number
90082-51-2
Function
Fragrance / Perfuming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA GRAS as a flavoring (21 CFR 182.20); cosmetic use not specifically restricted; allergen labeling not federally mandated

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must declare geraniol, citronellol, linalool, and citral if above threshold. IFRA maximum levels apply per product category. Not phototoxic per RIFM assessment, but citral content may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil fragrance-component eu_children_restricted

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?

Must declare geraniol, citronellol, linalool, and citral if above threshold. IFRA maximum levels apply per product category. Not phototoxic per RIFM assessment, but citral content may cause irritation in sensitive individuals. The EU classifies Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?

Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?

Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90082-51-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil?

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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