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Opoponax Oil

Korean: 오포포낙스오일 · Functions: fragrance

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Restricted MFDS restricted ingredients

Maximum: 0.60%

Conditions (official MFDS text, Korean):
* 배합한도 : 0.60%

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 16, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/183

Maximum: 0.6%

Conditions: Commiphora erythrea engler var. glabrescens engler gum extract and oil

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 16, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Also listed as

OPOPONAX OIL 오포포낙스오일

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Opoponax Oil banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is 0.6%. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Opoponax Oil banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Restricted” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). The maximum allowed is 0.60%. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Opoponax Oil allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Opoponax Oil used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: fragrance.

What is Opoponax Oil called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 오포포낙스오일.