is a critical component of developing and commercializing agarwood-derived products such as essential oils, hydrosols, incense, and personal care formulations. Ensuring your products are non-toxic, safe for consumer use, and compliant with international regulations builds trust, protects public health, and supports market access globally.
1. What is Product Safety & Toxicology?
It involves scientifically evaluating whether a product—particularly those applied to skin or inhaled—is:
Free from harmful substances
Non-toxic in recommended doses
Safe for intended use (topical, inhalation, ingestion)
2. Key Safety & Toxicology Assessments for Agarwood Products
Test/Assessment
Purpose
Applies to
GC-MS Analysis
Identifies chemical composition
Essential oils
Dermal Irritation/Sensitization Test
Tests for skin reactions
Oils, balms, cosmetics
Acute Oral Toxicity (LD50)
Measures toxicity if ingested
Rarely needed, but relevant for herbal/therapeutic use
Inhalation Toxicity Test
For incense or oil diffusers
Incense, sprays
Microbial Load Test
Checks for contamination
All topical and ingestible products
Heavy Metal Test
Detects lead, arsenic, mercury, etc.
Products with plant residues or clay additives
Stability Testing
Shelf life and chemical changes
Essential oils, cosmetics
3. International Safety Standards & Guidelines
Standard/Body
Relevance
IFRA (International Fragrance Association)
Safety limits for essential oil components (e.g., safrole, eugenol)
REACH (EU)
Chemical safety registration (especially for exports)
FDA (USA)
Cosmetic labeling, toxicity, and safety requirements
ASEAN Cosmetic Directive
Safety requirements for products in Southeast Asia
