INCI name

BETULA ALBA BARK EXTRACT

Birch bark extract

An extract of birch bark used as a fragrance and flavouring ingredient.

What it is

Betula alba bark extract is an extract of the bark of birch, Betula alba, of the birch family (Betulaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance, perfuming and flavouring ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumed products, shampoos, body care products and creams.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or what the extract contains.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
Flavouring
Imparting taste and/or flavour to a cosmetic product.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (13)

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