Ephedra Sinica Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ephedra Sinica Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the whole plant of the ephedra, Ephedra sinica, Ephedraceae water
What does it do?
Ephedra Sinica Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Ephedra Sinica Water 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 Ephedra Sinica Water?
Ephedra Sinica Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ephedra Sinica Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the whole plant of the ephedra, Ephedra sinica, Ephedraceae water
Is Ephedra Sinica Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ephedra Sinica Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ephedra Sinica Water do in cosmetic products?
Ephedra Sinica Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Ephedra Sinica Water?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ephedra Sinica Water is 85940-38-1.
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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