Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat)
Kokum butter / Garcinia butter
High stearic acid content (~58%); solid at room temperature; melts on skin; from Western Ghats India; sustainable; Ayurvedic tradition; low sensitization risk
Function & Common Use
Emollient
Emollient
Body butters lip care Indian natural cosmetics
Vegetable (kokum seeds)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
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 Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) safe to use in skincare?
Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. High stearic acid content (~58%); solid at room temperature; melts on skin; from Western Ghats India; sustainable; Ayurvedic tradition; low sensitization risk
Is Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) allowed in India?
Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) used for in cosmetics?
Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica Seed Fat) functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: Body butters lip care Indian natural cosmetics.
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