Is Tiger Balm illegal? Tiger Balm is legal in the United States. It's widely available in drugstores, health stores, and online. Still, Tiger Balm is not approved or regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Is Tiger Balm made out of tigers?

It contains no tigers

Unlike questionable “treatments” that use things like bear bile, rhinoceros horn, and tiger bones, Tiger Balm has never included animal parts. Instead it contains ingredients such as natural camphor, menthol, and oils derived from mint, cajuput (which is similar to eucalyptus), and cloves.

Can Tiger Balm harm you?

Tiger Balm is not intended to treat underlying medical conditions, nor is it meant for long-term use. The active ingredients can be dangerous if a person ingests them, even in small doses.