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CEDRUS ATLANTICA BARK WATER

CAS 92201-55-3
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Atlas cedar bark water contains sesquiterpenes including atlantone that provide fragrance but are restricted in EU cosmetics under Annex III due to sensitization and photosensitization concerns.

Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar) bark water is an aqueous solution of steam-distilled bark components containing sesquiterpenes including atlantone, himachalenes, and related compounds. Cedar-derived essential oils and distillates are known fragrance materials with recognized sensitization potential. Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 Annex III, Cedrus atlantica bark water is listed with reference III/122, indicating restrictions on its use in cosmetic products. The primary concerns are skin sensitization and photosensitization from sesquiterpene constituents.

Skin benefits

  • Fragrance component
  • Astringent properties
  • Traditional aromatherapy use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex III restricted (III/122) due to sensitization risk
  • Known skin sensitizer
  • Photosensitization potential
  • Fragrance allergen requiring declaration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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