Is Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) safe in cosmetics?
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Excellent
Emollient
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides)
Also known as: EINECS 290-292-8, Hippophae rhamnoides extract
INCI: SEA BUCKTHORN EXTRACT (HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES)
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) (CAS 90106-68-6) is a cosmetic emollient functioning as Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in food safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Emollient
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Ingredient demonstrates UV-absorbing properties
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides).
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Biocide
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides).
Known Synonyms
EINECS 290-292-8
Hippophae rhamnoides extract
Chemical Function
Humectant
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Biocide
Deodorizer
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in food safety data.
SOURCE
EFSA / FDA GRAS
food_additives
Food Safety Data
Same-CAS food additive or FDA GRAS records from the core public database.
Food Name
Sea buckthorn extract
Food Category
preservative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) allowed in the EU?
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) do in cosmetics?
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) functions as: Emollient. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 90106-68-6.
Is Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) used outside cosmetics?
Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) also appears in food safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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