The Clean Sheet
Ingredient Directory
Low ConcernVegan

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

Camellia (Tsubaki) seed oil

Safety Flags
Allergen: Low
Safety Notes

Tsubaki oil, high in oleic acid and antioxidants; lightweight, fast-absorbing emollient traditional in Japanese skin and hair care. Well tolerated; higher oleic content may not suit very acne-prone skin

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient, skin/hair conditioning, antioxidant

Category

Vegetable Oil

Common In

Facial oils, hair oils, nourishing creams, cleansing oils, J-beauty skincare

Origin

Plant derived

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Not verified in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit specified

US FDA (21 CFR)

No limit established

Korea (MFDS)

Not verified in source checked

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified for topical cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camellia Japonica Seed Oil safe to use in skincare?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Tsubaki oil, high in oleic acid and antioxidants; lightweight, fast-absorbing emollient traditional in Japanese skin and hair care. Well tolerated; higher oleic content may not suit very acne-prone skin

Is Camellia Japonica Seed Oil allowed in India?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is currently classified as "Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Not verified in source checked.

What is Camellia Japonica Seed Oil used for in cosmetics?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil functions as: Emollient, skin/hair conditioning, antioxidant. It is commonly found in: Facial oils, hair oils, nourishing creams, cleansing oils, J-beauty skincare.

Can Camellia Japonica Seed Oil cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Camellia Japonica Seed Oil has an allergen flag (Low). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction
EU
Permitted - listed in EU CosIng; not in Annex II or Annex III
US FDA
Permitted for cosmetic use; no restriction identified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; general cosmetic ingredient under MFDS negative list system
Australia (TGA)
Permitted as cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; no specific restriction found
Canada (NHPID)
Not verified in source checked

EU Annex: None

Identifiers

CAS977077-92-9

Want to check if your product contains Camellia Japonica Seed Oil?

Analyse a Product
WhatsApp Community

Join The Clean Sheet™ community

Science-backed beauty tips, ingredient alerts, and early access. Straight to your WhatsApp.

Join for free →