Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil
INCI: PLECTRANTHUS AMBOINICUS LEAF/STEM OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Essential oil with potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity containing phenolic terpenes (potential IFRA-restricted allergens); requires GC-MS profiling for allergen declaration under EU 2023/1545; recommend ≤1% in leave-on formulations; patch testing advised
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil safe in cosmetics?
Essential oil with potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity containing phenolic terpenes (potential IFRA-restricted allergens); requires GC-MS profiling for allergen declaration under EU 2023/1545; recommend ≤1% in leave-on formulations; patch testing advised The EU classifies Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil allowed in the EU?
Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil do in cosmetics?
Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem Oil functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (COSING Ref: 92321).
What is the Margin of Safety for Plectranthus Amboinicus Leaf/Stem 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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