Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Extremely high eugenol content (up to 95% in leaf oil) with methyl eugenol up to 6%; effectively restricted to trace-level use in leave-on products; REACH/CLP compliant but CMR constituents require monitoring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?
Extremely high eugenol content (up to 95% in leaf oil) with methyl eugenol up to 6%; effectively restricted to trace-level use in leave-on products; REACH/CLP compliant but CMR constituents require monitoring. The EU classifies Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?
Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.0002%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?
Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil functions as: Perfuming, masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8006-77-7 / 84929-57-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pimenta Officinalis 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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