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Fragrance

GUAIACUM OFFICINALE WOOD OIL

CAS 84650-13-5 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Guaiacwood oil — an aromatic wood oil used as a perfumery fixative for its sweet, rosy-woody character. IFRA limits its use due to sensitization risk, and the species is CITES-listed, so sourcing carries sustainability concerns.

Function

FRAGRANCEPERFUMINGFLAVOURING

Skin benefits

  • Long-lasting fragrance fixative
  • Distinctive rosy-woody character
  • Antioxidant guaiacol-type compounds

Known concerns

  • IFRA usage restrictions
  • Skin sensitization potential
  • CITES Appendix II species concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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