Is Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) safe for babies and kids?
Elevated risk for kidsInfants are more vulnerable to Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) than children or adults due to immature hepatic/renal clearance, higher intake-to-body-weight ratio, rapid organ development, and increased gastrointestinal absorption.
What is evernia furfuracea (tree moss)?
- CAS number
- 90028-67-4
Risk for babies
Elevated riskInfants are more vulnerable to Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) than children or adults due to immature hepatic/renal clearance, higher intake-to-body-weight ratio, rapid organ development, and increased gastrointestinal absorption.
Neonates and infants up to 12 months have incomplete blood-brain barrier development, immature Phase I/II metabolic enzymes (particularly CYP3A4, UGT1A1), and higher gastrointestinal permeability. Equivalent doses produce higher internal concentrations and longer residence times.
Risk for pregnant and nursing people
Context-dependentPrenatal exposure to Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) through personal care products may affect fetal development. Some fragrance chemicals are sensitizers or endocrine-active compounds with transplacental transfer.
No specific reproductive toxicity data identified, but pregnancy-specific safety data is limited for most chemicals. Precautionary minimization of exposure is recommended.
Regulatory consensus
2 regulatory and scientific bodies have classified Evernia furfuracea (tree moss). The classifications differ — that's the data.
| Agency | Year | Classification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IFRA | 2020 | restriction | IFRA restriction — atranol/chloroatranol limits |
| EU_COSMETICS | 2009 | allergen_disclosure | EU Annex III allergen |
Regulators apply different standards of evidence — animal-data weighting, exposure-pattern assumptions, epidemiological power thresholds — which is why two scientific bodies can review the same data and reach different conclusions. The disagreement is the data.
Where kids encounter evernia furfuracea (tree moss)
- Personal Care — perfume, cologne, aftershave, soap
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Fragrance
— perfume, cologne, scented personal care products, household fragrance products, candles
Identified in Fragrance Ingredient Safety Priority Research database (2,325 ingredients)
Safer alternatives
Lower-risk approaches that achieve a similar outcome to Evernia furfuracea (tree moss):
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Synthetic oak moss replacers (Evernyl)
Trade-offs: Zero point-of-use emissions; shifts emissions to power generation (grid-dependent); lower operating cost; higher capital cost; infrastructure requirements (charging, grid capacity); rapidly improving economics.Relative cost: 1.2-2×
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Veramoss
Trade-offs: Alternative fragrance ingredient; individual safety profile should be assessed per IFRA standards; sensitization potential varies by compound; patch testing recommended for sensitive individuals.Relative cost: 1.2-2×
Frequently asked questions
Is evernia furfuracea (tree moss) safe for kids?
Infants are more vulnerable to Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) than children or adults due to immature hepatic/renal clearance, higher intake-to-body-weight ratio, rapid organ development, and increased gastrointestinal absorption.
What products contain evernia furfuracea (tree moss)?
Evernia furfuracea (tree moss) appears in: perfume (Personal care); cologne (Personal care); perfume (Fragrance); cologne (Fragrance).
What should I do if my child is exposed to evernia furfuracea (tree moss)?
Minimize infant exposure through source control. For breastfeeding mothers: reduce maternal exposure. For formula-fed infants: use certified low-migration bottles and verified water sources. Consult pediatrician regarding any concerns.
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- PubChem Compound Database (2026) — database
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