Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil

INCI: ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) GERM OIL

CAS Number
Not separately listed in CIR; commonly supplied as a blend with Bran Oil (PRO-15)
Function
Skin conditioning agent — occlusive
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR concluded safe as used; reported in 6 formulations in 4 product categories

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Contains γ-oryzanol (1–1.5%) and phytosterols (1600 mg/100g); UV absorption noted but no phototoxicity demonstrated; monitor pesticides and heavy metals (spec: ≤10 ppm heavy metals, ≤1 ppm arsenic)

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil safe in cosmetics?

Contains γ-oryzanol (1–1.5%) and phytosterols (1600 mg/100g); UV absorption noted but no phototoxicity demonstrated; monitor pesticides and heavy metals (spec: ≤10 ppm heavy metals, ≤1 ppm arsenic) The EU classifies Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil allowed in the EU?

Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil do in cosmetics?

Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil functions as: Skin conditioning agent — occlusive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not separately listed in CIR; commonly supplied as a blend with Bran Oil (PRO-15).

What is the Margin of Safety for Oryza Sativa Rice Germ Oil?

adequate 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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