Bixa Orellana Seed

INCI: BIXA ORELLANA SEED

CAS Number
89957-43-7 (for seed extract; whole seed may not have individual CAS)
Function
Cosmetic colorant, antioxidant, skin conditioning, masking agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed and found safe as used. FDA lists annatto extract as exempt from color additive certification (21 CFR 73.30) for food; cosmetic colorant use follows standard provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

COSMOS/NATRUE compliant for organic formulations; verify absence of hexane residuals if solvent-extracted; standardize bixin content for color consistency

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bixa Orellana Seed safe in cosmetics?

COSMOS/NATRUE compliant for organic formulations; verify absence of hexane residuals if solvent-extracted; standardize bixin content for color consistency The EU classifies Bixa Orellana Seed as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Bixa Orellana Seed allowed in the EU?

Bixa Orellana Seed EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bixa Orellana Seed do in cosmetics?

Bixa Orellana Seed functions as: Cosmetic colorant, antioxidant, skin conditioning, masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89957-43-7 (for seed extract; whole seed may not have individual CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Bixa Orellana Seed?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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