CARAMEL
CARAMEL
Caramel (INCI: Caramel) is an ingredient of plant origin obtained by heating sugars. It fulfills two roles in cosmetic formulations: it acts as a colorant to tint products, and as a fragrance to provide an olfactory note.
PerfumingColorant
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Colorant — Adds colour to the product or to the application.
Safety
Safety limit not to exceed
| Population | Limit / day | Type of reference | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult · general population | 100 mg/kg bw/day | Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | EFSA OpenFoodTox 3.0 (ADI) |
Official reference limit, for information only, this is not personalised advice. Ask a pharmacist about your situation.
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Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
PaalmMousse Autobronzante Teinte Médium, 150ml
NuxeSun Mousse Autobronzante Hydratante, 150ml
KloraneApaisant Shampoing à la Pivoine Bio Cuir Chevelu Sensible, 200ml
KloraneSeboreducteur Shampoing Ortie Bio Cheveux Gras, 200ml
PaalmMousse Autobronzante Teinte Dark, 150ml
SVRSun Secure Mousse Autobronzante, 150ml
DucrayCreastim Reactiv Chute De Cheveux Lotion Antichute, 60ml
KloraneFLEUR DE CUPUACU, Crème de Douche, 400 ml
Laboratoires de BiarritzGouttes Autobronzantes Visage Et Corps Bio, 35ml
KloraneNUTRITION INTENSE Crème de Douche peaux très sèches fleur de Cupuaçu, 75ml
Mkl Green NatureHammam Savon Noir, 500ml
SVRTOPIALYSE Huile Lavante Micellaire, 1L
Statistics
In Lou’s database
74
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Shower gels & soaps · Self-tanner · Frequent use · Shampoos · Bath & shower oils |
| Most frequent brands | Nuxe · Klorane · Cavaillès · Beauterra · Mkl Green Nature |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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