Allowed in EU

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter

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

What is it?

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter is the fat obtained from the seeds of Pouteria sapota, Sapotaceae.

What does it do?

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter 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

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter 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 Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter?

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter is the fat obtained from the seeds of Pouteria sapota, Sapotaceae.

Is Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter do in cosmetic products?

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter 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: 11/03/2014