Shark Liver Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin protecting, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Shark Liver Oil is the oil expressed from the fresh livers of several species of shark, including Galeorhinus zyopterus and Hypoprion brevirostris. It consists primarily of the glycerides of C14-C18 and C16-C22 unsatd. fatty acids. (Squaliformes)
What does it do?
Shark Liver Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Shark Liver Oil 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 Shark Liver Oil?
Shark Liver Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Shark Liver Oil is the oil expressed from the fresh livers of several species of shark, including Galeorhinus zyopterus and Hypoprion brevirostris. It consists primarily of the glycerides of C14-C18 and C16-C22 unsatd. fatty acids. (Squaliformes)
Is Shark Liver Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Shark Liver Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Shark Liver Oil do in cosmetic products?
Shark Liver Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin protecting, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Shark Liver Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Shark Liver Oil is 68990-63-6.
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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: 26/11/2012