Allowed in EU

Rosa Gallica Flower Water

A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Rosa Gallica Flower Water is an aqueous solution obtained from the steam distillates of the French Rose, Rosa gallica L., Rosaceae

What does it do?

Rosa Gallica Flower Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Flavouring

    adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Rosa Gallica Flower Water 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 Rosa Gallica Flower Water?

Rosa Gallica Flower Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rosa Gallica Flower Water is an aqueous solution obtained from the steam distillates of the French Rose, Rosa gallica L., Rosaceae

Is Rosa Gallica Flower Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Rosa Gallica Flower Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rosa Gallica Flower Water do in cosmetic products?

Rosa Gallica Flower Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Rosa Gallica Flower Water?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rosa Gallica Flower Water is 84604-13-7.

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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: 15/10/2010