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Triticum Vulgare Bran

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

What is it?

Triticum Vulgare Bran is the broken coat material of grains of the Wheat, Triticum vulgare, Poaceae

What does it do?

Triticum Vulgare Bran is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Triticum Vulgare Bran 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 Vulgare Bran?

Triticum Vulgare Bran is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triticum Vulgare Bran is the broken coat material of grains of the Wheat, Triticum vulgare, Poaceae

Is Triticum Vulgare Bran allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Triticum Vulgare Bran is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Triticum Vulgare Bran do in cosmetic products?

Triticum Vulgare Bran is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, bulking.

What is the CAS number of Triticum Vulgare Bran?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triticum Vulgare Bran is 84012-44-2.

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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