Is Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Also known as: EINECS 285-379-2, Sacred lotus, Indian lotus
INCI: NELUMBO NUCIFERA SEED EXTRACT
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract (CAS 85085-51-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant, Astringent, Skin conditioning, Hair conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antioxidant, Astringent, Skin conditioning, Hair conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No restrictions; CIR assessment found no significant adverse effects at 0.1–3% use levels
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-static agent
Antioxidant
Astringent
Biocide
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract.
Regulatory Flags
botanical
antioxidant
astringent
CIR-reviewed
Known Synonyms
EINECS 285-379-2
Sacred lotus
Indian lotus
Chemical Function
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Biocide
Antioxidant
Regulatory Lists
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Astringent, Skin conditioning, Hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-51-4.
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