Is this ylang ylang oil FDA-compliant for use in US products?
Ylang ylang oil is widely used in US cosmetics, personal-care and fragrance products, and is recognized for limited flavouring use (FEMA 3119). It is not a drug; therapeutic claims would require FDA evaluation.
US Regulatory Status
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic use | Allowed — ingredient in cosmetics per labeling rules |
| INCI | Cananga Odorata Flower Oil |
| FDA flavouring | FEMA 3119 — recognized limited flavouring use |
| Drug claims | Requires FDA drug approval or monograph compliance |
| Import | Meets general FDA entry requirements for cosmetic ingredients |
- In cosmetics, list the INCI name and follow the allergen labeling rules for your product type
- For products making calming/aphrodisiac or drug-like claims, FDA drug regulations may apply — a cosmetic-fragrance positioning is safer for most brands
- We provide the documentation for FDA entry: COA, MSDS, origin certificate and non-GMO statement if needed
- We do not position this oil as a medical drug
- For supplement or drug applications, engage a US regulatory specialist before launch
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
