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Fragrance

CINNAMOMUM CAMPHORA FORMOSANA WOOD OIL

CAS 92704-03-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Wood oil from the Taiwanese camphor tree — fragrant but contains safrole (a potential carcinogen) and camphor. Heavily restricted in EU cosmetics; best avoided in leave-on products.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Camphoraceous aromatic note

Known concerns

  • Contains safrole — IARC Group 2B carcinogen
  • Camphor neurotoxicity risk on broken skin
  • EU Annex II/III restrictions on safrole-containing oils
  • Not recommended for facial leave-on use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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