Allowed in EU
Plant Ash
What is it?
Plant Ash is the residue obtained from the combustion of plant material
EU regulatory status
Plant Ash 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 Plant Ash?
Plant Ash is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Plant Ash is the residue obtained from the combustion of plant material
Is Plant Ash allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Plant Ash is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 31/10/2012