Document details
| Download document | Reflection paper on quality of essential oils as active substances in herbal medicinal products / traditional herbal medicinal products |
|---|---|
| Reference number | EMA/HMPC/84789/2013 |
| Status | draft: consultation closed |
| First published | 01/03/2013 |
| Last updated | 01/03/2013 |
Summary
This reflection paper applies to essential oils used as active substances in herbal medicinal products both for human and veterinary use and in traditional herbal medicinal products for human use. The purpose of this reflection paper is to consider aspects related to the nature and the specific production processes of essential oils. The aim is to provide further guidance for manufacturers of essential oils and applicants on the documentation to be presented to the competent authorities.