Cocoa butter

Cocoa butter

INCI THEOBROMA CACAO SEED BUTTEREC number 283-480-6 / -Role Skin conditioning

Cocoa butter (THEOBROMA CACAO SEED BUTTER) is a vegetable fat extracted from the seeds of the cacao tree. It acts as an emollient in cosmetic formulations and provides an olfactory note.

Skin conditioningEmollientSubject to controversy
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.

Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.

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
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

29
products listed
Most frequent categoriesHydration · Body hydration · Complexion · Masks · Sun protection
Most frequent brandsWeleda · Oolution · Energie Fruit · Novexpert · Pomélo+Co
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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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