PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL
PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL is identified as a fragrance allergen subject to mandatory label declaration under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Regulatory data checked on 2026-09-05. The legal status follows Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and its annexes; the substance is identified from the European Commission's CosIng database.
About the ingredient
Pinus Mugo Twig Oil is an essential obtained from the twigs of the Pine, Pinus mugo, Pinaceae
EU regulatory status
Annex of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: III/109
What entry III/109 of the Regulation says
Pinus mugo leaf and twig oil and extract
Source: the European Commission's official CosIng database and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products. How we assess ingredients — full methodology.
- View the entry in the CosIng database (European Commission)
- Open Regulation 1223/2009 in EUR-Lex
- Check the chemical profile in PubChem
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New labelling obligation
PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL is on the extended fragrance-allergen list of Regulation (EU) 2023/1545. Products placed on the market after 31 July 2026 must name it on the label when its concentration exceeds 0.001% (leave-on) or 0.01% (rinse-off).
The full list of new allergens and the deadlines — read the articleFunctions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL safe in cosmetics?
PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL is a fragrance allergen that must be named in the ingredient list once it exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products or 0.01% in rinse-off products. Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 extended this labelling duty well beyond the original 26 substances.
In which annex of Regulation 1223/2009 does PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL fall?
PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL falls under reference III/109 in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. An annex entry may name a substance directly or cover it as part of a broader category. The first part (Roman numeral) indicates the annex: II – prohibited substances, III – substances restricted by conditions, IV – permitted colorants, V – permitted preservatives, VI – permitted UV filters.
What functions does PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL performs the following functions in cosmetics: PERFUMING. Functions are defined in the CosIng glossary and describe the technological role of a substance in the finished product.
Are there Safety Gate alerts concerning PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking PINUS MUGO TWIG OIL to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.