Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax
INCI: RIBES NIGRUM (BLACK CURRANT) BUD WAX (ALTERNATE INCI: RIBES NIGRUM BUD WAX) [^1_12]
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May contain trace volatile terpenes from buds — verify allergen content if marketing as fragrance-free; COSMILE Europe notes function as "not reported," meaning limited formal assessment [^1_12]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax safe in cosmetics?
May contain trace volatile terpenes from buds — verify allergen content if marketing as fragrance-free; COSMILE Europe notes function as "not reported," meaning limited formal assessment [^1_12] The EU classifies Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax allowed in the EU?
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax do in cosmetics?
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning (wax fraction from blackcurrant buds) [^1_12]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68606-81-5 (shared CAS with other Ribes nigrum derivatives) [^1_11].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Wax?
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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