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Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil)

Cacay nut oil

Safety Notes

High natural retinol and tocopherol content; linoleic acid rich; anti-aging; lightweight; sustainable South American crop

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Active (retinol-rich)

Category

Emollient

Common In

Premium serums anti-aging oils

Origin

Vegetable (cacay nuts)

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 Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) safe to use in skincare?

Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. High natural retinol and tocopherol content; linoleic acid rich; anti-aging; lightweight; sustainable South American crop

Is Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) allowed in India?

Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) used for in cosmetics?

Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) functions as: Emollient / Active (retinol-rich). It is commonly found in: Premium serums anti-aging oils.

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

CASN/A
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