Astrocaryum Vulgare (Tucumã) Kernel Oil
INCI: ASTROCARYUM VULGARE KERNEL OIL
CAS 2187449-53-0 (CosIng) / 98143-57-8 (also referenced)
Skin conditioning
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Skin conditioning
Purpose
Function
Skin conditioning
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernHigh
Flags
plant-oil
Verdict
Generally considered safe; non-toxic and non-irritating to skin; sustainable sourcing practices are important given Amazonian origin. Cold-pressed oil from kernels of the Tucumã palm (Astrocaryum vulgare); rich in lauric and myristic acids, carotenoids (pro-vitamin A), and tocopherols; high in saturated fatty acids giving it a semi-solid consistency; excellent emollient with antioxidant properties
US Note
Allowed - not prohibited or restricted
Assessment
Ratings
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