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Pelargonium Graveolens Stem Leaf Oil

Low concern

Geranium oil is a natural essential oil with a long history of food and fragrance use. It contains citronellol and geraniol, which are recognized fragrance allergens for sensitive skin.

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What it is

Geranium essential oil obtained from stems and leaves of Pelargonium graveolens.

Used as flavoring and fragrance; geranium oil components are GRAS as natural flavorings.

Why it's flagged

fragrance allergens (citronellol, geraniol) for sensitive individuals

What regulators actually say

"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives... that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use, including geranium (Pelargonium spp.)."

21 CFR 182.20 — Essential oils GRAS — accessdata.fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Listed under 21 CFR 182.20 as essential oil GRAS as flavoring substance.

European Union — EFSA

Authorized as flavoring substance under Regulation 1334/2008.

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