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Arachis Hypogaea Fruit Extract
Arachis Hypogaea Fruit Extract
Moderate concern
Peanut-derived ingredients carry significant allergen risk for peanut-allergic individuals, even in cosmetic applications. Highly refined peanut oil is exempt from allergen labeling under FDA, but extracts may contain residual proteins.
Found in
113 products
What it is
Extract from peanut (Arachis hypogaea) fruit, primarily used in cosmetic formulations.
Cosmetic conditioning ingredient; rare use in foods.
Why it's flagged
- Peanut allergen risk
- Possible residual peanut protein in extracts
What regulators actually say
"Peanuts are one of the major food allergens under FALCPA"
"Peanuts and products thereof require allergen labeling"
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Peanut is a major food allergen under FALCPA; cosmetic ingredient requires CIR review
European Union — EFSA
Peanut allergen labeling required under 1169/2011 Annex II
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