Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Triticum Vulgare Flour is the milled flour from kernels of the Wheat, Triticum vulgare, Poaceae
What does it do?
Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour 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 Kernel Flour?
Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triticum Vulgare Flour is the milled flour from kernels of the Wheat, Triticum vulgare, Poaceae
Is Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour do in cosmetic products?
Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triticum Vulgare Kernel Flour is 130498-22-5.
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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: 15/10/2010