— Safety Data Sheets —
Why the complicated product labels and safety data sheets?
Labeling and Safety Regulations for Essential Oils
Historically, essential oils were marketed without any warning labels. However, government regulations now mandate the inclusion of warning symbols and texts on product labels.
Indeed, in 2015, a comprehensive global system was implemented, requiring more detailed warning symbols, texts, and detailed information sheets for these products. In fact, such is the case for any product that contain chemical components. And essential oils - even in their absolute natural form - do contain some chemical components.
So, simply put, we as distributors are obliged by law to put the respective warning symbols on our products, and provide you with detailed safety data sheets for our blends. The purpose of the symbols is to make sure that you pay attention in order to use these products correctly, because if not, one may be harmed. Better safe than sorry!
We often receive inquiries about the safety of essential oils and the hazard symbols on their packaging. And yes ... these symbols may seem confusing to you, given the beneficial reputation of aromatherapy and essential oils. Let us clarify: when used correctly, essential oils are absolutely safe! So please read on.
Scentriq's Essential Oil Products
Our essential oils are 100% pure and additive-free. The production process nonetheless involves chemical procedures, and essential oils naturally contain chemical substances. This is why hazard symbols are legally required on the labels.
Note: Essential oils should always be diluted before skin application due to their high concentration. Furthermore, our oil blends are produced for the purpose of nebulization, and not for application on the skin.
Understanding Hazard Symbols and Warnings
The 2015 European legislation - known as GHS (Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals) - also applies to essential oils due to their natural chemical components.
Natural chemicals, like linalool and geraniol just to name a few, contribute to the oils' scents. Whilst being entirely natural, they can be harmful if applied in excessive amounts, potentially causing allergies.
Importantly, GHS legislation doesn't account for product dosage, applying the same symbols to large barrels and small bottles alike. The risk associated with essential oils in a diffuser is minimal or even non-existent compared to an occurrence that migh happen with larger quantities.
So, when used correctly, essential oils can indeed have positive effects on your physical and mental well-being. The synergy of their natural chemical components contributes to their pleasant scents and beneficial properties.
In conclusion, essential oils are safe and effective when used in appropriate dosages and via adequate methods such as diffusing, thus offering a unique and secure experience.
Scentriq Blends
Safety Data Sheets Repository - Bibliotheek voor veiligheidsinformatiebladen - Bibliothèque de fiches de données de sécurité -
Sicherheitsdatenblatt-Verzeichnis - Archivio delle schede di sicurezza - Repositorio de hojas de datos de seguridad - Repositório de fichas de dados de segurança
