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Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil

INCI: RIBES NIGRUM BUD OIL [^1_11]

CAS Number
68606-81-5 (shared with Ribes nigrum derivatives) [^1_11]
Function
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Perfuming (lipophilic fraction from blackcurrant buds) [^1_11]
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific restriction [^1_11]

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Distinguish from Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil (CAS 68606-81-5 / 97676-19-2), which has more extensive safety data and different fatty acid profile (high GLA content); verify sourcing and specification sheets match the bud oil INCI claim [^1_15]

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil safe in cosmetics?

Distinguish from Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil (CAS 68606-81-5 / 97676-19-2), which has more extensive safety data and different fatty acid profile (high GLA content); verify sourcing and specification sheets match the bud oil INCI claim [^1_15] The EU classifies Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil allowed in the EU?

Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil do in cosmetics?

Ribes Nigrum Bud Oil functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Perfuming (lipophilic fraction from blackcurrant buds) [^1_11]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68606-81-5 (shared with Ribes nigrum derivatives) [^1_11].

What is the Margin of Safety for Ribes Nigrum Bud 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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