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BASSIA BUTYRACEA SEED BUTTER

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Bassia butyracea seed butter is similar to Bassia latifolia, sharing its traditional food and cosmetic use in India with no significant documented toxicity concerns.

Bassia butyracea seed butter is closely related to Bassia latifolia (mowrah butter). It has a history of traditional use in India as a food fat and cosmetic ingredient. The fatty acid profile is dominated by stearic and oleic acids. It is not listed on any EU cosmetic restriction annexes. The safety profile is considered comparable to other food-grade plant butters, with no significant reports of toxicity or allergenicity.

Skin benefits

  • High stearic acid content provides firm texture and occlusive film
  • Traditional emollient use in skin formulations
  • Stable fat profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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