Allowed in EU

Piper Nigrum Callus Extract

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

What is it?

Piper Nigrum (Pepper) Callus Extract is the extract obtained from the callus of Piper nigrum grown in culture, Piperaceae.

What does it do?

Piper Nigrum Callus Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Piper Nigrum Callus 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 Piper Nigrum Callus Extract?

Piper Nigrum Callus Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Piper Nigrum (Pepper) Callus Extract is the extract obtained from the callus of Piper nigrum grown in culture, Piperaceae.

Is Piper Nigrum Callus Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Piper Nigrum Callus Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Piper Nigrum Callus Extract do in cosmetic products?

Piper Nigrum Callus Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.

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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: 11/11/2014