Is Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax safe in cosmetics?
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax
INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED CERA
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax (CAS 1286686-34-7 (also reported as 68937-99-5)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning – emollient, binder, 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, binder, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR reviewed — safe as used (up to 4% in leave-on mascara, 4% lipstick)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax allowed in the EU?
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax do in cosmetics?
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient, binder, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1286686-34-7 (also reported as 68937-99-5).
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