Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract
Indian sandalwood wood extract
Santalol is an established contact allergen (SCCS); Santalum album is on CITES Appendix II (endangered species) requiring sustainable sourcing; patch test recommended; sensitization risk increases with concentration
Function & Common Use
Fragrance, skin conditioning, soothing, antimicrobial
Botanical Extract
Luxury skincare, Ayurvedic products, fragranced creams, anti-ageing serums
Plant derived
Concentration Limits
Not verified in source checked
No specific limit for extract; santalol sensitization observed at higher concentrations in oil form
No limit established for extract form
Not verified in source checked
Baby restriction: Caution - sensitizer risk; avoid in products for infants
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified
IFRA: IFRA standards apply to sandalwood oil form; not directly applicable to wood extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract safe to use in skincare?
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract has a Medium concern rating. Santalol is an established contact allergen (SCCS); Santalum album is on CITES Appendix II (endangered species) requiring sustainable sourcing; patch test recommended; sensitization risk increases with concentration
Is Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract allowed in India?
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract is currently classified as "Not specifically restricted in source checked - CITES-controlled species; may require sustainable sourcing documentation" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Not verified in source checked.
What is Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract used for in cosmetics?
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract functions as: Fragrance, skin conditioning, soothing, antimicrobial. It is commonly found in: Luxury skincare, Ayurvedic products, fragranced creams, anti-ageing serums.
Can Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract has an allergen flag (Santalol - SCCS classified as established contact allergen in humans; positive patch test incidence 0.0071%-1.53% at 10% concentration). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.
Is Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract safe for babies?
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract has baby/child restrictions: Caution - sensitizer risk; avoid in products for infants. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
Regulatory Status
EU Annex: None for wood extract form
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