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Brachiaria Mutica Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Brachiaria Mutica Extract is the extract of the grass, Brachiaria mutica, Poaceae.

What does it do?

Brachiaria Mutica Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Brachiaria Mutica 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 Brachiaria Mutica Extract?

Brachiaria Mutica Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Brachiaria Mutica Extract is the extract of the grass, Brachiaria mutica, Poaceae.

Is Brachiaria Mutica Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Brachiaria Mutica Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Brachiaria Mutica Extract do in cosmetic products?

Brachiaria Mutica Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating.

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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: 08/09/2016