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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Argan oil; Rich in oleic and linoleic acids

Safety Notes

Premium ingredient; check supply chain transparency and fair trade sourcing; excellent skin feel; good oxidative stability; high in vitamin E

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Skin conditioning

Category

Vegetable Oil

Common In

Serums, face oils, hair oils, lip care

Origin

Plant (argan nut, Morocco)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil safe to use in skincare?

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Premium ingredient; check supply chain transparency and fair trade sourcing; excellent skin feel; good oxidative stability; high in vitamin E

Is Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil allowed in India?

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil used for in cosmetics?

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Serums, face oils, hair oils, lip care.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS223748-82-1

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