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Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Anacardium Occidentale (Cashew) Peduncle Fiber is the fiber obtained from the peduncle of Anacardium occidentale, Anacardiaceae.

What does it do?

Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber?

Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Anacardium Occidentale (Cashew) Peduncle Fiber is the fiber obtained from the peduncle of Anacardium occidentale, Anacardiaceae.

Is Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber do in cosmetic products?

Anacardium Occidentale Peduncle Fiber is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, skin conditioning.

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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: 09/09/2016