Is PARFUM safe in cosmetics?
PARFUM has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted.
Good
Cosmetic Ingredient
PARFUM
PARFUM is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance, Perfuming. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Fragrance, Perfuming
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
Not specifically regulated
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Typical Use Concentrations
Reported concentration ranges per product category from SCCS/CIR/industry sources.
| Product Category | Typical Range | Max Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Face Cream | 0.1–1 | 3 | CIR/VCRP |
| Body Lotion | 0.1–1.5 | 3 | CIR/VCRP |
| Shampoo | 0.1–1 | 2 | CIR/VCRP |
| Perfume | 15–30 | 30 | CIR/VCRP |
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PARFUM.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-permitted
no-cas-assigned
fragrance
needs-enrichment
eu_children_restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PARFUM allowed in the EU?
PARFUM EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PARFUM do in cosmetics?
PARFUM functions as: Fragrance, Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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