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Fragrance

MYROXYLON BALSAMUM PEREIRAE BALSAM OIL

CAS 8007-00-9 Updated
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Peru balsam — a fragrance ingredient and one of the most common contact allergens in dermatology screening. Crude Peru balsam is restricted in EU cosmetics for allergy risk.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Warm-vanilla balsamic fragrance
  • Traditional fixative in perfumery

Known concerns

  • Top-ranked North American Contact Dermatitis Group allergen
  • Up to 50%% cross-reactivity with fragrance mix
  • EU restricts crude Peru balsam in cosmetics
  • Photosensitizing furocoumarin content possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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