| Definition | Balsam of Peru is a resin that comes from the tree Myroxylon balsamum pereirae. It is constituted by a mixture of substances from which the major components are benzyl cinnamate and [DB00676]. Balsam of Peru has also presented several allergens such as cinnamic acid, [DB06770] and [DB02130].[F117] Under the FDA, balsam of Peru is considered as an inactive ingredient to be used for approved drug products[L2878] as well as an approved food additive under the categorization of generally recognized as safe (GRAS).[L2879] By Health Canada, the balsam of Peru is approved by the use of over-the-counter combination products and it is currently approved in veterinary products.[L1113] By the EMA, the balsam of Peru is approved and categorized under the herbal medicine products.[F121] |
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