Witch Hazel Flower Extract (Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water)
Witch Hazel Flower Extract (Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water)
Organic quality (IFOAM-recognised) selectable as a variant, suitable for COSMOS and NATRUE:
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Estimated delivery time: 11 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2026
Available in sizes up to 250 g (depending on current availability and unit price, the quantity may be smaller).
Scope of delivery: sample with example CoA, TDS, SDS and CDS. The example CoA is the CoA from the document bar and is not batch-specific. Development samples are intended for development, not for use in end products. One development sample per customer and article.
With the sample you receive a code that credits the sample price towards your next purchase.
Delivery time: liquid and oil extracts are usually prepared as samples within 10 working days. We confirm the dispatch date with the order confirmation.
Second step: packs from 5 kg, price after login. The sample price is credited.
Third step: production quantities above 5 kg are made to order. Quantity, packaging and certification via the industrial enquiry.
Organic quality (IFOAM) is available with Glycerin. Choosing organic switches the carrier automatically.
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Ingredients (1223/2009) Cosmetics Regulation
Ingredients (1223/2009) Cosmetics Regulation
Composition (1169/2011) Food Regulation
Composition (1169/2011) Food Regulation
Technical documentation
Technical documentation
TDS, SDS, CDS and example CoA available after login
Compliance
Compliance
Variants with glycerin or sunflower oil are available in organic quality according to an IFOAM-recognised standard (EU Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848), selectable via the “Quality” option. Organic is currently not available for powder extracts. Certificate DE-ÖKO-001.276-0076919.2026.001, Kiwa BCS Öko-Garantie GmbH, valid until 31 January 2028. This covers COSMOS and NATRUE; USDA Organic is possible under the EU-US equivalence arrangement. Industrial quantities above 5 kg via the industrial inquiry.
Specification
Specification
CAS number: 68916-39-2
Use: This product can be used in a variety of ways in the cosmetics and food industries.
Recommended use level: 2-5 %
Packaging: plastic containers
Visual evaluation: Liquid, characteristic colour and odour (see CoA)
Colour evaluation: Amber to light brown
Origin: Europe and the rest of the world. Regional goods from controlled organic cultivation are preferred. Please note that this product contains biological ingredients whose biodegradability cannot be tested. Such ingredients were therefore not taken into account in the assessment.
pH: 4.0–8.0
Density: article-specific target value per carrier variant, see example CoA
Refractometry: article-specific target value per carrier variant, see example CoA
Preservative: Glycerin variant: none added; propylene glycol variant: none added; propylene glycol has antimicrobial properties; pentylene glycol variant: none added; pentylene glycol has antimicrobial properties
Microbiology: Total aerobic microbial count (TAMC) ≤ 100 CFU/g, tested on every batch (see CoA)
Shelf life: Store in a dry place between 10 and 30°C in the originally sealed container: 24 months.
Flash point: No flash point below the boiling point expected; determination according to EN ISO 2719 pending
Test scope, methods and specification per batch: see the example CoA under Documents. The batch CoA accompanies every delivery.
Shipping information
Shipping information
The product will be sent to you depending on your customer status.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
It cannot be ruled out that a color change may occur during storage and depending on the temperature. If cloudiness or precipitation occurs, the product would need to be filtered. This does not affect the quality of the product. This is a raw material intended for use in the manufacture of cosmetics and/or food. The images shown here are for illustrative purposes only and are to be considered as approximate. The products are guaranteed to meet the specifications listed on their label, packaging and/or certificate of analysis at the time of shipment or for the expressly stated period. CONIUNCTA® disclaims all express or implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to our products or related information. The customer is solely responsible for determining the suitability of CONIUNCTA® products for their own applications, uses and processes, including ensuring that there is no infringement of third party intellectual property rights. CONIUNCTA® shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, indirect, exemplary or special damages of any kind arising from the use or failure of the products. All sales are subject to CONIUNCTA®'s complete terms and conditions of sale. Prices are subject to change without notice and CONIUNCTA® reserves the right to change or discontinue products without notice.
How do I obtain a sample?
How do I obtain a sample?
Two routes. For development, select the “Development sample” variant at €49 on the product page and order it through your customer account. The sample comes with an example CoA (not batch-specific), TDS, SDS and CDS; it is intended for development, not for use in end products. One sample per customer and article; for PRO extracts the sample is considerably smaller than 250 g (approx. 50 g). With the sample you receive a code that credits €49 towards your next purchase. For industrial quantities above 5 kg, use the industrial inquiry on the product page. You receive a quotation with quantity, quality and base.
FAQ
FAQ
Please read our FAQ.
Witch Hazel Flower Extract (INCI: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water, CAS 68916-39-2) is an aqueous liquid extract from the flowers of Hamamelis virginiana, commonly known as witch hazel. The extract contains hamamelitannins (gallotannins), flavonoids and proanthocyanidins. These water-soluble tannins define the astringent profile of the raw material.
Production
CONIUNCTA produces the witch hazel flower extract using AVE technology (Adaptive Vacuum Extraction), made in Germany. Three carrier variants are available: glycerin, propylene glycol or pentylene glycol, each combined with water. The extract content is around 30% regardless of the variant. 1 kg of extract contains the hydrophilic constituents of approx. 30 g of dried plant material.
Specification
- INCI: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water
- CAS number: 68916-39-2
- Appearance: clear liquid, occasionally with slight turbidity, color amber to light brown
- Solubility: readily soluble in water
- pH value: 4.0–8.0
- Density: article-specific target value per carrier variant, see example CoA
- Carrier: glycerin, propylene glycol or pentylene glycol, preservation: none added in any variant, propylene glycol or pentylene glycol have an antimicrobial effect
- Microbiology: total viable count ≤ 100 CFU/g, tested per batch (see CoA)
- Origin: Europe and worldwide, regional certified organic material is preferred
- Vegan: yes
- Packaging: plastic container
Application in cosmetics
The recommended use concentration is 2 to 5%. By calculation, fragrance allergens according to Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 remain below the labelling threshold even at 5% use (worst case) (see CDS). Formulators use Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water in facial toners, tonics, after-shave products and eye care. The raw material brings astringent, pore-refining and skin-tightening properties to the formulation and is considered hydrating. All carrier variants are suitable for cosmetic applications.
Application in food
For use in food, the glycerin carrier variant is intended. The ingredients according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 are listed in the section “Composition (1169/2011)”. The extract is processed purely as a technical raw material for the food industry.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water?
This is the INCI name of this raw material. It is an aqueous extract from the flowers of Hamamelis virginiana containing hamamelitannins, flavonoids and proanthocyanidins, dissolved in glycerin, propylene glycol or pentylene glycol.
Which carrier variants are available for the witch hazel extract?
Three variants: glycerin, propylene glycol or pentylene glycol, each with water. All variants are suitable for cosmetics; the glycerin variant is suitable for food. No preservative is added to any variant; propylene glycol or pentylene glycol have an antimicrobial effect.
Is the extract water soluble?
Yes. Witch hazel flower extract is readily soluble in water and can be incorporated directly into aqueous formulations such as facial toners and tonics.
What is the shelf life of witch hazel flower extract?
24 months when stored dry between 10 and 30 °C in the original sealed container. A change in color during storage is possible. If turbidity or precipitation occurs, filtration is sufficient; the quality of the product remains unaffected.
Which documents are available?
Technical data sheets (TDS) for all three carrier variants, the safety data sheet (SDS) and an example certificate of analysis (example CoA) are available after login; the batch CoA accompanies every delivery. B2B terms after login.
Primary Marker: Total tannins (calc. as hamamelitannin / pyrogallol)





