Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient Sensitization Data

Thymus Vulgaris Oil

INCI: THYMUS VULGARIS OIL

CAS Number
84929-51-1
Function
Masking, Perfuming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; GRAS as flavoring; listed in EAFUS

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Safety Data

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

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Sensitization Profile

Contact sensitization data for Thymus Vulgaris Oil based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.

Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
botanical
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.3%
Cross-reactivity Group
none
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis

Source: IVDK; literature review

Expert Verdict

H227/H302/H304/H314/H317/H411 all flagged in GHS classification ; highest hazard profile among the 10 variants due to whole-plant distillation concentrating phenolic compounds; strict IFRA compliance required; multiple allergens require label declaration

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen fragrance-component natural-origin fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thymus Vulgaris Oil safe in cosmetics?

H227/H302/H304/H314/H317/H411 all flagged in GHS classification ; highest hazard profile among the 10 variants due to whole-plant distillation concentrating phenolic compounds; strict IFRA compliance required; multiple allergens require label declaration The EU classifies Thymus Vulgaris Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Thymus Vulgaris Oil allowed in the EU?

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

What does Thymus Vulgaris Oil do in cosmetics?

Thymus Vulgaris Oil functions as: Masking, Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-51-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Thymus Vulgaris 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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