Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax

INCI: HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES FRUIT WAX

CAS Number
90106-68-6 (general Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract; wax fraction shares this CAS umbrella)
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” sea buckthorn derivatives are widely used in US cosmetics without restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Rich in carotenoids; may cause temporary yellow-orange staining at high concentrations. Verify oxidative stability as omega-7 fatty acids can go rancid.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax safe in cosmetics?

Rich in carotenoids; may cause temporary yellow-orange staining at high concentrations. Verify oxidative stability as omega-7 fatty acids can go rancid. The EU classifies Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax allowed in the EU?

Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax do in cosmetics?

Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90106-68-6 (general Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract; wax fraction shares this CAS umbrella).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hippophae Rhamnoides Berry Wax?

not established 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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