Sunflower Seed Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, sunflower oil
What does it do?
Sunflower Seed Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Sunflower Seed Acid 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 Sunflower Seed Acid?
Sunflower Seed Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, sunflower oil
Is Sunflower Seed Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sunflower Seed Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sunflower Seed Acid do in cosmetic products?
Sunflower Seed Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Sunflower Seed Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sunflower Seed Acid is 84625-38-7.
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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