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Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate

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

What is it?

Rhizopus/Rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is a filtrate of the extract of the product obtained by the fermentation of the seed of Oryza sativa (rice) by the microorganism, Rhizopus, Rhizopodaceae.

What does it do?

Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate 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 Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate?

Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rhizopus/Rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is a filtrate of the extract of the product obtained by the fermentation of the seed of Oryza sativa (rice) by the microorganism, Rhizopus, Rhizopodaceae.

Is Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate do in cosmetic products?

Rhizopus/rice Ferment Extract Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 18/11/2014