Japanese chestnut pellicle extract
Japanese chestnut pellicle extract
Plant extract obtained from the seed coat of the Japanese chestnut (Castanea crenata). This ingredient serves as an antioxidant, astringent, and masking agent in cosmetic formulations.
AntioxidantAstringent
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Antioxidant — Limits oxidation and helps preserve the formula over time.
Astringent — Temporarily tightens the skin or the pores.
Masking — Reduces or masks an unwanted odour.
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 |
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