Abies Balsamea Resin
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Abies Balsamea Resin is an oleoresin obtained from the balsam fir (Balsam Canada), Abies balsamea, Pinaceae
What does it do?
Abies Balsamea Resin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Abies Balsamea Resin is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 107). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Abies Balsamea Resin?
Abies Balsamea Resin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Abies Balsamea Resin is an oleoresin obtained from the balsam fir (Balsam Canada), Abies balsamea, Pinaceae
Is Abies Balsamea Resin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Abies Balsamea Resin is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Abies Balsamea Resin do in cosmetic products?
Abies Balsamea Resin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Abies Balsamea Resin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Abies Balsamea Resin is 8007-47-4.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010