Is Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) safe in cosmetics?
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil)
Also known as: EINECS 232-273-9, Oleum helianthi, Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seed oil, Helianthus annua injection, Sunflower pollen (+3 more)
INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) (CAS 8001-21-6) is a cosmetic emollient functioning as Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 96%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in food safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
96%
US US Status
permitted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil).
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
botanical
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.1%
Cross-reactivity Group
compositae-group
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis
Source: IVDK; literature review
Typical Use Concentrations
Reported concentration ranges per product category from SCCS/CIR/industry sources.
| Product Category | Typical Range | Max Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Face Cream | 2–10 | 20 | CIR/VCRP |
| Body Lotion | 2–10 | 25 | CIR/VCRP |
Additional Ingredient Properties
1 property record from structured ingredient metadata.
allergen_detail
{"eu_allergen_listed": "no", "allergen_class": "botanical", "cross_reactivity_group": "compositae-group", "patch_test_frequency_pct": "0.1", "sensitization_rate": "low", "common_reaction_type": "contact-dermatitis", "ifra_restricted": "no", "source": "IVDK; literature review"}
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Absorbent
Biocide
Deodorizer
Filler
Fragrance
Processing aids not otherwise specified
Softener and conditioner
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory List Membership (6)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Consumer Product Chemical
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil).
Regulatory Flags
eu_children_restricted
epa_safer_alternative
ifra_fragrance
Known Synonyms
EINECS 232-273-9
Oleum helianthi
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seed oil
Helianthus annua injection
Sunflower pollen
Sunflower seed
Helianthus annuus
Helianthus annuus pollen
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Absorbent
Softener and conditioner
Deodorizer
Regulatory Lists
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
Europe; Personal care - body oil
Indirect additives food contact (10/2018)
IFRA Transparency
IFRA Transparency
SCIL (9/2019)
Canada; pharmaceutical
Canada; pharmaceutical
consumer_product
IFRA Transparency
Canada; pharmaceutical
Europe; Personal care - make-up and related
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care - general moisturizing - hand/body lotion
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Canada; pharmaceutical
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in food safety data.
SOURCE
EFSA / FDA GRAS
food_additives
Food Safety Data
Same-CAS food additive or FDA GRAS records from the core public database.
Food Name
Sunflower Oil (Regular/Linoleic)
Food Category
oils_fats
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) allowed in the EU?
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 96%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) do in cosmetics?
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) functions as: Emollient. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8001-21-6.
Is Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) used outside cosmetics?
Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) also appears in food safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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