Is Juglans Nigra Shell Extract safe in cosmetics?
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract
Also known as: EINECS 306-252-0, Black walnut, Juglans nigra extract, Juglans nigra pollen, Juglans nigra flowering top (+1 more)
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract (CAS 96690-56-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Astringent; Deodorizer; Softener and conditioner. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Astringent; Deodorizer; Softener and conditioner
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Juglans Nigra Shell Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Juglans Nigra Shell Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
colorant
Known Synonyms
EINECS 306-252-0
Black walnut
Juglans nigra extract
Juglans nigra pollen
Juglans nigra flowering top
Juglans regis fruit rind, immature
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Astringent
Deodorizer
Regulatory Lists
Canada; pharmaceutical
Canada; pharmaceutical
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juglans Nigra Shell Extract allowed in the EU?
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Juglans Nigra Shell Extract do in cosmetics?
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract functions as: Astringent; Deodorizer; Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 96690-56-1.
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