Oryza Sativa Cera
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oryza Sativa Cera is a wax obtained from the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae
What does it do?
Oryza Sativa Cera is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Smoothing
smooths the surface of skin or hair, reducing roughness
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Oryza Sativa Cera 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 Oryza Sativa Cera?
Oryza Sativa Cera is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oryza Sativa Cera is a wax obtained from the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae
Is Oryza Sativa Cera allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oryza Sativa Cera is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oryza Sativa Cera do in cosmetic products?
Oryza Sativa Cera is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting, smoothing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Oryza Sativa Cera?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oryza Sativa Cera is 8016-60-2.
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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