Banned in EU

Lobelia Inflata

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

What is it?

Lobelia Inflata is the herb obtained from the whole plant, Lobelia inflata L., Campanulaceae

What does it do?

Lobelia Inflata is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Lobelia Inflata is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 218), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lobelia Inflata?

Lobelia Inflata is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lobelia Inflata is the herb obtained from the whole plant, Lobelia inflata L., Campanulaceae

Is Lobelia Inflata allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Lobelia Inflata is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lobelia Inflata do in cosmetic products?

Lobelia Inflata is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Lobelia Inflata?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lobelia Inflata is 84696-23-1.

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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