Is Bixa Orellana Seed safe in cosmetics?
Bixa Orellana Seed has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Bixa Orellana Seed
INCI: BIXA ORELLANA SEED
Bixa Orellana Seed (CAS 89957-43-7 (for seed extract; whole seed may not have individual CAS)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Cosmetic colorant, antioxidant, skin conditioning, masking agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
89957-43-7 (for seed extract; whole seed may not have individual CAS)
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Function
Cosmetic colorant, antioxidant, skin conditioning, masking agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR-reviewed and found safe as used. FDA lists annatto extract as exempt from color additive certification (21 CFR 73.30) for food; cosmetic colorant use follows standard provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Bixa Orellana Seed.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Bixa Orellana Seed.
Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bixa Orellana Seed allowed in the EU?
Bixa Orellana Seed EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bixa Orellana Seed do in cosmetics?
Bixa Orellana Seed functions as: Cosmetic colorant, antioxidant, skin conditioning, masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89957-43-7 (for seed extract; whole seed may not have individual CAS).
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