Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Carapa guaianensis, Meliaceae
What does it do?
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil 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 Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil?
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Carapa guaianensis, Meliaceae
Is Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is 352458-32-3, 906347-26-0.
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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: 05/10/2017