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Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Low concern
Patchouli oil is not restricted under IFRA Standards (through Amendment 51) and is approved for use in all product categories. Contains EU-regulated fragrance allergens (limonene, linalool, citral, eugenol, coumarin) at low levels that may require labeling.
Found in
17 products
What it is
Essential oil distilled from the leaves of patchouli (Pogostemon cablin), a plant in the mint family.
Fragrance ingredient; very limited food/flavor use.
Why it's flagged
- fragrance allergens require EU labeling at thresholds
- skin sensitization in sensitive individuals
What regulators actually say
"Patchouli oil is not restricted under IFRA Standards; the material is approved for use in all product categories."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic/fragrance ingredient
European Union — EFSA
Cosmetic ingredient under EU Cosmetics Regulation; allergen labeling thresholds apply
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