Is Pistacia Vera Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
Pistacia Vera Seed Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Pistacia Vera Seed Extract
Also known as: Pistachio, ext., Pistachier, Pistacia vera L., extraits, Pistazie, Extrakt, pistachero, extracto, Pistachio, extract (+2 more)
INCI: PISTACIA VERA SEED EXTRACT
Pistacia Vera Seed Extract (CAS 90082-81-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Hair conditioning; skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Hair conditioning; skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically regulated by FDA; no CIR review. Tree nut — FDA allergen labeling required in foods.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Pistacia Vera Seed Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Pistacia Vera Seed Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
epa_safer_alternative
Known Synonyms
Pistachio, ext.
Pistachier, Pistacia vera L., extraits
Pistazie, Extrakt
pistachero, extracto
Pistachio, extract
EINECS 290-173-0
Pistacia vera seed oil
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
SCIL (9/2019)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pistacia Vera Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Pistacia Vera Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pistacia Vera Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Pistacia Vera Seed Extract functions as: Hair conditioning; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90082-81-8.
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