A mixture of catechins from tea leaves, listed as an antioxidant and perfuming ingredient.
What it is
Camellia sinensis catechins is, according to CosIng, a mixture of catechins obtained from the leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Catechins are flavan-3-ol polyphenols, such as epigallocatechin gallate. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant and perfuming ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
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 show the proportions of the individual catechins.
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.