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Curcuma Longa Root Extract

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

What is it?

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is an extract of the rhizomes of the Turmeric, Curcuma longa L., Zingiberaceae

What does it do?

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Curcuma Longa Root 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 Curcuma Longa Root Extract?

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Curcuma Longa Root Extract is an extract of the rhizomes of the Turmeric, Curcuma longa L., Zingiberaceae

Is Curcuma Longa Root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Curcuma Longa Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Curcuma Longa Root Extract do in cosmetic products?

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Curcuma Longa Root Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Curcuma Longa Root Extract is 84775-52-0.

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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: 15/10/2010