Pinus Palustris Wood Tar
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pinus Palustris Tar is the product obtained by the destructive distillation of the wood of the Swamp Pine, Pinus palustris, Pinaceae
What does it do?
Pinus Palustris Wood Tar is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
EU regulatory status
Pinus Palustris Wood Tar 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 Pinus Palustris Wood Tar?
Pinus Palustris Wood Tar is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pinus Palustris Tar is the product obtained by the destructive distillation of the wood of the Swamp Pine, Pinus palustris, Pinaceae
Is Pinus Palustris Wood Tar allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pinus Palustris Wood Tar is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pinus Palustris Wood Tar do in cosmetic products?
Pinus Palustris Wood Tar is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant.
What is the CAS number of Pinus Palustris Wood Tar?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pinus Palustris Wood Tar is 8011-48-1.
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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