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Fragrance

Thuja Occidentalis Oil and Extract

CAS 90131-58-1 Updated
10

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Thuja occidentalis (white cedar) oil and extract. EU prohibits both forms in cosmetics under Annex II; the oil contains neurotoxic thujone.

Skin benefits

  • Historically used in perfumery and traditional medicine

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II — prohibited in cosmetics
  • Contains thujone — neurotoxic
  • Strong sensitiser
  • Do not use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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