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Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract

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

What is it?

Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is the extract obtained from the fruit of Mauritia flexuosa, Arecaceae.

What does it do?

Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit 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 Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract?

Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is the extract obtained from the fruit of Mauritia flexuosa, Arecaceae.

Is Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract do in cosmetic products?

Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Extract is 906350-92-3.

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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: 15/04/2019