Gossypium Herbaceum
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Gossypium Herbaceum is a soft white cellulosic substance composed of the fibers surrounding the seeds of various plants (Gossypium herbaceum) of the mallow family
What does it do?
Gossypium Herbaceum is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Gossypium Herbaceum 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 Gossypium Herbaceum?
Gossypium Herbaceum is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Gossypium Herbaceum is a soft white cellulosic substance composed of the fibers surrounding the seeds of various plants (Gossypium herbaceum) of the mallow family
Is Gossypium Herbaceum allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Gossypium Herbaceum is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Gossypium Herbaceum do in cosmetic products?
Gossypium Herbaceum is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Gossypium Herbaceum?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gossypium Herbaceum is -.
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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