Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Rosemary is GRAS as a spice and essential oil. Rosemary extract (E392) is approved as an antioxidant in the EU.
What it is
Essential oil distilled from rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) leaves; contains 1,8-cineole, camphor, alpha-pinene.
Flavoring; rosemary extracts also serve as natural antioxidants.
Why it's flagged
- camphor content of concentrated oil
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates) - Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) - are generally recognized as safe."
"The Panel concluded that the use of the rosemary extracts as antioxidants is not of safety concern at the proposed uses and use levels."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a spice/natural flavoring (21 CFR 182.10, 182.20)
European Union — EFSA
Rosemary extract approved as E392 antioxidant (Regulation 1129/2011)
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