ASTROCARYUM VULGARE SEED BUTTER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
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About
Astrocaryum vulgare seed butter (tucum) is an Amazonian palm fat with food-grade traditional use and reasonable cosmetic safety data, similar to other palm-derived seed butters.
Astrocaryum vulgare seed butter (tucum butter) is obtained from the seeds of a palm native to the Amazon region. It is used in traditional foods and cosmetics, particularly in South America. The butter contains lauric and myristic acids as primary components. It is not listed on any EU cosmetic restriction annexes. While less internationally documented than some other seed butters, the available data shows no significant toxicity concerns.
Skin benefits
- Emollient with medium-chain fatty acids
- Traditional use in skin-care formulations
- Provides occlusive barrier on skin
Known concerns
- Limited EU-specific cosmetic safety documentation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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