Is Paprika Oleoresin safe in cosmetics?
Paprika Oleoresin has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Paprika Oleoresin
INCI: CAPSICUM ANNUUM FRUIT EXTRACT
Paprika Oleoresin (CAS 84625-29-6 (*Capsicum annuum*); also 84603-55-4 (*C. frutescens*)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Tonic, anti-seborrheic, skin protecting, skin conditioning, hair conditioning,. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
84625-29-6 (*Capsicum annuum*); also 84603-55-4 (*C. frutescens*)
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Function
Tonic, anti-seborrheic, skin protecting, skin conditioning, hair conditioning, fragrance, antioxidant, astringent, antimicrobial
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA permanently listed as color additive, exempt from certification (21 CFR 73.345); permitted in food generally
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Paprika Oleoresin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Paprika Oleoresin.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
ifra_fragrance
jecfa_safe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paprika Oleoresin allowed in the EU?
Paprika Oleoresin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Paprika Oleoresin do in cosmetics?
Paprika Oleoresin functions as: Tonic, anti-seborrheic, skin protecting, skin conditioning, hair conditioning, fragrance, antioxidant, astringent, antimicrobial. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84625-29-6 (*Capsicum annuum*); also 84603-55-4 (*C. frutescens*).
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