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Triticum Monococcum Stem Water

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

What is it?

Triticum Monococcum (Wheat) Stem Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the stems of Triticum monococcum.

What does it do?

Triticum Monococcum Stem 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

EU regulatory status

Triticum Monococcum Stem 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 Triticum Monococcum Stem Water?

Triticum Monococcum Stem Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triticum Monococcum (Wheat) Stem Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the stems of Triticum monococcum.

Is Triticum Monococcum Stem Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Triticum Monococcum Stem Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Triticum Monococcum Stem Water do in cosmetic products?

Triticum Monococcum Stem Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring.

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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: 28/11/2012