Is Avena Sativa Kernel Oil safe in cosmetics?
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Excellent
Cosmetic Ingredient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
INCI: AVENA SATIVA KERNEL OIL
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil (CAS 84012-26-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning (Emollient). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin Conditioning (Emollient)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR Expert Panel concluded safe as used in cosmetics (2019 comprehensive Avena sativa assessment, Int J Toxicol 38:5S–41S); no FDA restriction or prohibition; permitted without limit
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Avena Sativa Kernel Oil.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Solvent
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Avena Sativa Kernel Oil.
Regulatory Flags
cir-safe-as-used
ewg-low-hazard
plant-derived
non-sensitizing
emollient
barrier-repair
avenanthramides
atopic-skin-suitable
baby-care-suitable
food-safe-origin
Chemical Function
Solvent
Abrasive
Absorbent
Softener and conditioner
Film former
Antioxidant
Astringent
Regulatory Lists
Europe
Personal care
Europe
Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avena Sativa Kernel Oil allowed in the EU?
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Avena Sativa Kernel Oil do in cosmetics?
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil functions as: Skin Conditioning (Emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-26-0.
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Botanical / Natural ingredient
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