Is Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract
INCI: BIXA ORELLANA LEAF EXTRACT
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract (CAS Not specifically assigned for leaf extract (seed extract: 89957-43-7)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for leaf extract (seed extract: 89957-43-7)
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Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR reviewed Bixa Orellana-derived ingredients and found them safe as used in cosmetics at reported concentrations
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for leaf extract (seed extract: 89957-43-7).
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