An essential oil from the leaves of Melaleuca quinquenervia, used as a fragrance ingredient.
What it is
Melaleuca quinquenervia oil is an essential oil obtained by hydrodistillation of the leaves of Melaleuca quinquenervia, of the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). CosIng gives niaouli oil as a synonym and lists it as a perfuming ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
It is not the same as tea tree oil from Melaleuca alternifolia. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.