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Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil)

Atlas cedarwood essential oil

Safety Flags
Allergen: Yes
Safety Notes

Sesquiterpene-rich (cedrol beta-cedrene); IFRA limits; EU extended allergen list;low sensitization risk; hair loss research (cedrol, limited evidence)

Function & Common Use

Function

Fragrance

Category

Fragrance

Common In

Fragrance products hair care scalp treatments

Origin

Vegetable (cedarwood bark)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No formal limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

IFRA limits; EU allergen extended list

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: IFRA limits; EU allergen extended list

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

IFRA: Fragrance/aromatic ingredient; check IFRA 49th Amendment standard for applicable product category restrictions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) safe to use in skincare?

Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Sesquiterpene-rich (cedrol beta-cedrene); IFRA limits; EU extended allergen list;low sensitization risk; hair loss research (cedrol, limited evidence)

Is Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) allowed in India?

Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.

What is Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) used for in cosmetics?

Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) functions as: Fragrance. It is commonly found in: Fragrance products hair care scalp treatments.

Can Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) has an allergen flag (Yes). 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
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS92201-55-3
EC296-100-8

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