Banned in EU

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract

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

What is it?

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is the extract obtained from the leaves of the Rue, Ruta graveolens L., Rutaceae

What does it do?

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract 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

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 358), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract?

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is the extract obtained from the leaves of the Rue, Ruta graveolens L., Rutaceae

Is Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?

Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ruta Graveolens Leaf Extract is 84929-47-5.

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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: 22/04/2020