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Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract

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

What is it?

Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is the extract of the tubers of the Sweet Potato, Ipomoea batatas, Convolvulaceae

What does it do?

Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Ipomoea Batatas Tuber 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 Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract?

Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is the extract of the tubers of the Sweet Potato, Ipomoea batatas, Convolvulaceae

Is Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract do in cosmetic products?

Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ipomoea Batatas Tuber Extract is 223749-11-9.

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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