Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
INCI: THEOBROMA CACAO SEED BUTTER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; literature review
Expert Verdict
None significant; REACH-exempt per Annex IV/V (naturally occurring, unmodified) ; potential for comedogenicity at high concentrations in acne-prone individuals
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter safe in cosmetics?
None significant; REACH-exempt per Annex IV/V (naturally occurring, unmodified) ; potential for comedogenicity at high concentrations in acne-prone individuals The EU classifies Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter allowed in the EU?
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter do in cosmetics?
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84649-99-0 / 8002-31-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter?
not established 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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