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Santalum Album Oil

Sandalwood (Chandan) essential oil

Safety Flags
Allergen: Essential oil; contains santalol; fragrance sensitisation possible; patch test advised
Safety Notes

Prized chandan oil valued for aroma and soothing/astringent tradition. As an essential oil it can sensitise; use within IFRA levels and patch test. Sustainability/sourcing (Indian sandalwood is protected) matters for clean-beauty claims

Function & Common Use

Function

Fragrance, soothing, skin conditioning, astringent

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Facial oils, Ayurvedic creams, calming mists, bridal/luxury skincare, fragrances

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

IFRA: Subject to IFRA guidance as a fragrance material; observe use-level limits

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santalum Album Oil safe to use in skincare?

Santalum Album Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Prized chandan oil valued for aroma and soothing/astringent tradition. As an essential oil it can sensitise; use within IFRA levels and patch test. Sustainability/sourcing (Indian sandalwood is protected) matters for clean-beauty claims

Is Santalum Album Oil allowed in India?

Santalum Album 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 Santalum Album Oil used for in cosmetics?

Santalum Album Oil functions as: Fragrance, soothing, skin conditioning, astringent. It is commonly found in: Facial oils, Ayurvedic creams, calming mists, bridal/luxury skincare, fragrances.

Can Santalum Album Oil cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Santalum Album Oil has an allergen flag (Essential oil; contains santalol; fragrance sensitisation possible; patch test advised). 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)
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

CAS8006-87-9
EC232-370-0

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