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Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract

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

What is it?

Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Rheum rhabarbarum, Polygonaceae.

What does it do?

Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Rheum Rhabarbarum 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 Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract?

Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Rheum rhabarbarum, Polygonaceae.

Is Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract do in cosmetic products?

Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rheum Rhabarbarum Extract is 97435-16-0.

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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: 05/04/2019