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Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil

Baobab seed oil; oil cold-pressed from seeds of Adansonia digitata (baobab tree, Africa)

Safety Flags
Allergen: None identified
Safety Notes

Balanced omega profile: oleic (~37%), linoleic (~26%), palmitic (~26%), alpha-linolenic; light texture; fast absorption; rich in vitamins A, D, E, F; skin cell regeneration properties noted in literature; African sourcing, fair trade certification preferred; sustainable ingredient with good environmental profile

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning

Category

Plant Oil / Emollient

Common In

Body oils, hair oils, facial oils, natural luxury products

Origin

Plant derived

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No limit

Korea (MFDS)

No limit

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil safe to use in skincare?

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Balanced omega profile: oleic (~37%), linoleic (~26%), palmitic (~26%), alpha-linolenic; light texture; fast absorption; rich in vitamins A, D, E, F; skin cell regeneration properties noted in literature; African sourcing, fair trade certification preferred; sustainable ingredient with good environmental profile

Is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil allowed in India?

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil is currently classified as "Permitted cosmetic ingredient under Cosmetics Rules 2020" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil used for in cosmetics?

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning. It is commonly found in: Body oils, hair oils, facial oils, natural luxury products.

Can Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil has an allergen flag (None identified). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

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 cosmetic ingredient under Cosmetics Rules 2020
EU
Permitted (listed in EU CosIng inventory; no Annex restriction)
US FDA
Permitted cosmetic ingredient; no 21 CFR restriction
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted cosmetic ingredient
Australia (TGA)
Permitted cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no restriction identified
Canada (NHPID)
Permitted cosmetic ingredient; no restriction identified under Health Canada cosmetic notification framework

EU Annex: None

Identifiers

CAS223749-78-8
ECNot assigned

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