Is Mentha Aquatica Water safe in cosmetics?
Mentha Aquatica Water has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Mentha Aquatica Water
Also known as: EINECS 290-056-4, water mint extract
INCI: MENTHA AQUATICA WATER (ALSO REGISTERED AS MENTHA AQUATICA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM WATER IN COSING)
Mentha Aquatica Water (CAS 90063-96-0) 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
Allowed - no restrictions; general cosmetic safety provisions apply
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Mentha Aquatica Water.
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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 Mentha Aquatica Water.
Regulatory Flags
essential-oil
potential-allergen
fragrance-component
Known Synonyms
EINECS 290-056-4
water mint extract
Chemical Function
Astringent
Deodorizer
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Flavouring and nutrient
Regulatory Lists
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Aquatica Water allowed in the EU?
Mentha Aquatica Water EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Aquatica Water do in cosmetics?
Mentha Aquatica Water functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90063-96-0.
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