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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder

Ingredient Origin

Vegetable Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Absorbent,

Matting Agent,

Sebum Absorber

CAS No.

91771-32-3

EC No.

294-922-2

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Texturizers & Fillers,

Visual Modifiers

Origin

• Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder - Vegetable

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Complexion,

Luminosity,

Oil Control,

Shine Reducing,

Silky Feel,

Soft Feel

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Halal,

Natural,

Non-Irritant

Applications & Uses

Application Format

Leave On,

Powder,

Rinse Off,

Spray

Color Cosmetic Applications

Face Powder

Fragrances & Perfume Applications

Fragrances & Perfumes

Oral Care Applications

Toothpaste

Treatment Product Applications

Acne Treatments

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Odor

Characteristic

Appearance

Powder

Insoluble in

10% in water

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Natural Index	1	-	-
Natural Origin Index	1	-	-

Quantifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm	ICP/MS
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm	ICP/MS
Granulometry (≤15μm)	min. 70	%	GT446
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm	ICP/MS
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm	ICP/MS
Nickel Content	max. 20	ppm	ICP/MS
Silica Content	87 - 93	%	Ph. US XIX ed

Physico-Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Humidity	max. 7.0	%	GT006
pH Value (Solution 1%)	9.5 - 11.5	-	GT005

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Detection of Candida albicans	Absence	-	NF EN ISO 22718
Detection of Enterobacteria	Absence	-	ISO 18415
Detection of Escherichia coli	Absence	-	NF EN ISO 22717
Detection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa	Absence	-	NF EN ISO 18416
Detection of Staphylococcus aureus	Absence	-	NF EN ISO 21150
Enumeration of Mesophilic Aerobic Bacteria	max. 100	ufc/g - cfu/g	ISO 21149
Enumeration of Yeasts and Molds	max. 100	ufc/g - cfu/g	ISO 16212

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

GMP,

Halal,

ISO 16128,

ISO 22716

REACH Status

INCI	Concentration	REACH Status
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder	100 %	Exempt: annex V point 8

 

Safety & Health

Toxicological Tests

Tests	Method	Tested Concentration	Results
Skin Irritation	Patch Test	100 %	Very good skin compatibility
Eye Irritation	Het cam	100 %	Irritating

 

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24 months

Storage

15 / +25°C
Keep in the original packaging, without opening, in the recommended storage conditions.
Advice before use : Agitation