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OECDReference EN/CA/81682

Essencia Basil and Essencia Bay Laurel essential oils

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Identification

Product identification

Product
Essencia Basil and Essencia Bay Laurel essential oils
Category
Consumer products, Beauty and personal care

Official information

Risk and measures

Risk or hazard
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that the recalled product contains methyl eugenol above the maximum concentration in the  Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist . Methyl eugenol is prohibited as a pure ingredient on the Hotlist due to its potential for carcinogenicity but is permitted as a naturally occurring component in botanical extracts with specific limits depending on the product type. As of February 24, 2026, the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada, and no reports of injuries.
Measure or action
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Territory

Geography

Distribution
Retirada en Canada
Country of recall
Canada

Provenance and context

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