Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil

INCI: THYMUS VULGARIS FLOWER/LEAF OIL

CAS Number
84929-51-1 / 8007-46-3
Function
Perfuming, Masking, Antimicrobial
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; GRAS status as flavoring; no specific cosmetic restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

H304 (aspiration hazard), H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H411 (aquatic toxicity); contains declarable allergens (linalool, geraniol, limonene); IFRA use-level restrictions apply

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?

H304 (aspiration hazard), H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H411 (aquatic toxicity); contains declarable allergens (linalool, geraniol, limonene); IFRA use-level restrictions apply The EU classifies Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?

Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?

Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil functions as: Perfuming, Masking, Antimicrobial. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-51-1 / 8007-46-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Thymus Vulgaris Flower/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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