Phytolacca Decandra Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract is the extract of the whole plant of the pokeweed, Phytolacca decandra, Phytolaccaceae
What does it do?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Phytolacca Decandra Extract is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 374), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Phytolacca Decandra Extract?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phytolacca Decandra Extract is the extract of the whole plant of the pokeweed, Phytolacca decandra, Phytolaccaceae
Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Phytolacca Decandra Extract is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phytolacca Decandra Extract do in cosmetic products?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Phytolacca Decandra Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phytolacca Decandra Extract is 84961-56-8.
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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