Is Oat Kernel Flour safe in cosmetics?
Oat Kernel Flour has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Oat Kernel Flour
INCI: AVENA SATIVA KERNEL FLOUR
Oat Kernel Flour (CAS 134134-86-4 / 84012-26-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive, absorbent, skin conditioning, emollient, anti-aging, antioxidant,. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive, absorbent, skin conditioning, emollient, anti-aging, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA OTC monograph ingredient as Colloidal Oatmeal (skin protectant, 0.007–0.003% concentration range per monograph); GRAS
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Oat Kernel Flour.
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Typical Use Concentrations
Reported concentration ranges per product category from SCCS/CIR/industry sources.
| Product Category | Typical Range | Max Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Lotion | 1–5 | 10 | CIR/FDA OTC |
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Oat Kernel Flour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oat Kernel Flour allowed in the EU?
Oat Kernel Flour EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Oat Kernel Flour do in cosmetics?
Oat Kernel Flour functions as: Abrasive, absorbent, skin conditioning, emollient, anti-aging, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 134134-86-4 / 84012-26-0.
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