alpha-Santalol
Alpha-Santalol
Major sesquiterpene alcohol of sandalwood (Santalum album). Required individual disclosure on Canadian cosmetic labels and CNF filings above 0.001% (leave-on) or 0.01% (rinse-off): for newly-introduced products from August 1, 2026, and for ALL products on the Canadian market from August 1, 2028. Legal basis: Section 21.4 of the Canadian Cosmetic Regulations (SOR/2024-63), which defers to EU Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009 as amended by EU Regulation 2023/1545.
Last reviewed April 27, 2026 · Always verify against the current Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist before use.
Fragrance allergen — disclosure threshold applies
This ingredient is recognized as a fragrance allergen. When present above the disclosure threshold (0.001% in leave-on products, 0.01% in rinse-off products), it should be named individually on the Canadian cosmetic label.
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