Ingredient Directory
Vegetable (eucalyptus) / Synthetic

Eucalyptol

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Safety Flags
Endocrine Disruptor
Safety Notes

Cooling products muscle rubs natural deodorants

Function & Common Use

Function

8-Cineole / Eucalyptus oxide

Category

ACT

Common In

Not for children under 2 near face/nose

Origin

Active Ingredient

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

IFRA limits; not for products for children under 2 near face

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No

Korea (MFDS)

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

Format restriction: No formal limit

Baby restriction: Both

Pregnancy: Caution during pregnancy; endocrine disruption data; precautionary avoidance of high-frequency leave-on use.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eucalyptol safe to use in skincare?

Eucalyptol has a High concern rating. Cooling products muscle rubs natural deodorants

Is Eucalyptol allowed in India?

Eucalyptol is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is IFRA limits; not for products for children under 2 near face.

What is Eucalyptol used for in cosmetics?

Eucalyptol functions as: 8-Cineole / Eucalyptus oxide. It is commonly found in: Not for children under 2 near face/nose.

Is Eucalyptol safe for babies?

Eucalyptol has baby/child restrictions: Both. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Vegetable (eucalyptus) / Synthetic
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
-
EU
Medium
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

EU Annex: Permitted

Identifiers

CAS470-82-6
EC207-431-5

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