Acorus Calamus Root Oil
Used in cosmetic products as perfuming. Calamus Oil, "Sweet Flag Oil". Acorus Calamus Root Oil is an essential oil obtained from the rhizomes of the calamus, Acorus calamus L., Araceae. It contains beta-asarone (up to 76%), calamene (about 4%), calamol (about 3%) alpha-asarone (about 1%), camphene (about 1%) and some beta-pinene and asaronaldehyde.
The chemical behind this ingredient
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Frequently asked questions
What is Acorus Calamus Root Oil used for in cosmetics?
Acorus Calamus Root Oil is used in cosmetic products as perfuming. Calamus Oil, "Sweet Flag Oil". Acorus Calamus Root Oil is an essential oil obtained from the rhizomes of the calamus, Acorus calamus L., Araceae. It contains beta-asarone (up to 76%), calamene (about 4%), calamol (about 3%) alpha-asarone (about 1%), camphene (about 1%) and some beta-pinene and asaronaldehyde.
Is Acorus Calamus Root Oil restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Acorus Calamus Root Oil in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.
What is the CAS number of Acorus Calamus Root Oil?
Acorus Calamus Root Oil is listed with CAS number 84775-39-3 and EC number 283-869-0.