Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the nuts of the babassu, Orbignya oleifera, Palmaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids lauric, myristic and oleic
What does it do?
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil 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 Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil?
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the nuts of the babassu, Orbignya oleifera, Palmaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids lauric, myristic and oleic
Is Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is 91078-92-1.
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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