Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
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Source: IFRA
Expert Verdict
Contains IFRA-restricted components (e.g., alpha-cedrene). Must have current IFRA Certificate of Conformity. Undiluted application may cause irritation.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vetiver Root Oil safe in cosmetics?
Contains IFRA-restricted components (e.g., alpha-cedrene). Must have current IFRA Certificate of Conformity. Undiluted application may cause irritation. The EU classifies Vetiver Root Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Vetiver Root Oil allowed in the EU?
Vetiver Root Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Vetiver Root Oil do in cosmetics?
Vetiver Root Oil functions as: Perfuming, fragrance, skin conditioning, tonic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antidandruff, moisturizing, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8016-96-4 / 84238-29-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Vetiver Root 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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