Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil)
Indian sandalwood oil / Chandan essential oil
Santalol (alpha and beta); CITES protected (wild Indian sandalwood), verify sustainable/plantation sourcing; IFRA limits; sensitization potential; Australian sandalwood (S. spicatum) as alternative; significant allergen concern; Indian regulatory status for export of sandalwood products
Function & Common Use
Fragrance
Fragrance
Fine fragrance prestige skincare Ayurvedic products
Vegetable (sandalwood heartwood)
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
IFRA limits; EU allergen assessment required; CITES Appendix II (wild Santalum album)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) safe to use in skincare?
Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) has a Medium concern rating. Santalol (alpha and beta); CITES protected (wild Indian sandalwood), verify sustainable/plantation sourcing; IFRA limits; sensitization potential; Australian sandalwood (S. spicatum) as alternative; significant allergen concern; Indian regulatory status for export of sandalwood products
Is Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) allowed in India?
Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) used for in cosmetics?
Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) functions as: Fragrance. It is commonly found in: Fine fragrance prestige skincare Ayurvedic products.
Can Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood Oil) cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Wood 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.
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