Is Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) safe in cosmetics?
Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract)
INCI: AVENA SATIVA KERNEL EXTRACT
Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) (CAS 84012-26-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Beta-glucan (1,3/1,6-linked polysaccharide) from Avena sativa (oat) kernel. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Beta-glucan (1,3/1,6-linked polysaccharide) from Avena sativa (oat) kernel providing deep hydration via CD44 receptor binding, immunomodulation, and collagen stimulation. Co-extracted avenanthramides provide anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory soothing activity. FDA-approved OTC skin protectant for dry skin and eczema.
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Colloidal oat (including oat beta-glucan-rich preparations) is FDA-approved as OTC skin protectant for dry skin and eczema relief at 0.003% minimum concentration. Cosmetic use unrestricted. MoCRA safety substantiation required.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract).
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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 Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract).
Regulatory Flags
barrier-function
longevity-skincare
soothing
fda-otc-approved
eczema-safe
evidence-backed
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 Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) allowed in the EU?
Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) do in cosmetics?
Oat Beta-Glucan (Avena Sativa Kernel Extract) functions as: Beta-glucan (1,3/1,6-linked polysaccharide) from Avena sativa (oat) kernel providing deep hydration via CD44 receptor binding, immunomodulation, and collagen stimulation. Co-extracted avenanthramides provide anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory soothing activity. FDA-approved OTC skin protectant for dry skin and eczema.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-26-0.
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