Is Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil
Also known as: Vitex agnus-castus, extract, Vitex agnus-castus, ext.
INCI: VITEX AGNUS CASTUS LEAF OIL (CORRECTED: VITEX AGNUS-CASTUS LEAF OIL)
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil (CAS 91722-47-3) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically regulated; permitted under general cosmetic provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil.
Regulatory Flags
plant-oil
essential-oil
potential-allergen
fragrance-component
Known Synonyms
Vitex agnus-castus, extract
Vitex agnus-castus, ext.
Chemical Function
Humectant
Astringent
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Flavouring and nutrient
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91722-47-3.
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