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Zea Mays Kernel Meal

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

What is it?

Zea Mays Meal is the coarse flour prepared by milling the kernels of the Corn, Zea mays L., Gramineae

What does it do?

Zea Mays Kernel Meal 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

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Bulking

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

EU regulatory status

Zea Mays Kernel Meal 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 Zea Mays Kernel Meal?

Zea Mays Kernel Meal is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zea Mays Meal is the coarse flour prepared by milling the kernels of the Corn, Zea mays L., Gramineae

Is Zea Mays Kernel Meal allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Zea Mays Kernel Meal is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Zea Mays Kernel Meal do in cosmetic products?

Zea Mays Kernel Meal is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, binding, bulking.

What is the CAS number of Zea Mays Kernel Meal?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zea Mays Kernel Meal is 66071-96-3.

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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: 28/07/2016