Yarrow Flower Oil

INCI: ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM FLOWER OIL

CAS Number
8022-07-9 (essential oil); related extract CAS: 84082-83-7
Function
Fragrance ingredient, skin conditioning agent, antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed: Safe in present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be nonsensitizing

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must be formulated to be nonsensitizing (CIR condition); contains thujone (neurotoxic) - quantify per batch; Compositae cross-reactivity risk; EU fragrance allergen declaration required if allergens exceed thresholds (0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off).

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yarrow Flower Oil safe in cosmetics?

Must be formulated to be nonsensitizing (CIR condition); contains thujone (neurotoxic) - quantify per batch; Compositae cross-reactivity risk; EU fragrance allergen declaration required if allergens exceed thresholds (0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off). The EU classifies Yarrow Flower Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Yarrow Flower Oil allowed in the EU?

Yarrow Flower Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Yarrow Flower Oil do in cosmetics?

Yarrow Flower Oil functions as: Fragrance ingredient, skin conditioning agent, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8022-07-9 (essential oil); related extract CAS: 84082-83-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Yarrow Flower 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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