Hydrogenated Shea Oil

Hydrogenated Shea Oil

INCI HYDROGENATED SHEA OILEC number 297-053-7Role Skin conditioning

Shea butter whose fatty acids have been saturated by hydrogenation, making it solid at room temperature. It acts as an emollient to soften the skin and as an opacifier to thicken cosmetic formulations.

Skin conditioningEmollient
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.

Emollient — Softens and smooths the skin while limiting water loss.

Opacifying — Makes the product less transparent.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
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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