Allowed in EU

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract

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

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is the extract of Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.

What does it do?

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

EU regulatory status

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran 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 Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract?

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is the extract of Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.

Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hydrolyzed Wheat Bran Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.

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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: 11/10/2012