Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Annatto, Bixa orellana L., Bixaceae
What does it do?
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract 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 Bixa Orellana Seed Extract?
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Annatto, Bixa orellana L., Bixaceae
Is Bixa Orellana Seed Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bixa Orellana Seed Extract do in cosmetic products?
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Bixa Orellana Seed Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is 89957-43-7.
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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