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Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract

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

What is it?

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Cowberry, Vaccinium vitis-idaea L., Ericaceae

What does it do?

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract 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 Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract?

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Cowberry, Vaccinium vitis-idaea L., Ericaceae

Is Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract do in cosmetic products?

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract is 90131-85-4.

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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