Is Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera safe in cosmetics?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera
Also known as: EINECS 273-107-5, Sunflower seed meal, solvent extracted
INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED CERA
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera (CAS 68937-99-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning – emollient, viscosity controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning – emollient, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific CFR restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Filler
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera.
Known Synonyms
EINECS 273-107-5
Sunflower seed meal, solvent extracted
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Filler
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera allowed in the EU?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera do in cosmetics?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68937-99-5.
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