Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Black Rice Extract
クロゴメエキス (Kurogome ekisu)
Also known as: Black Rice Extract, Forbidden Rice Extract
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| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Oryza Sativa Black Rice Extract↗ |
| Japanese labeling name | クロゴメエキス |
| Common Japanese notations | クロゴメエキス, 黒米エキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (black-cultivar Oryza sativa) |
| Typical functions | Antioxidant, Skin conditioning |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Also used as a food ingredient. |
Black rice — kurogome — is a pigmented cultivar of Oryza sativa whose bran layer is rich in anthocyanins, particularly cyanidin-3-glucoside. In Japan, black rice is eaten alongside white rice for nutritional diversity and is used in specialty wagashi. Cosmetic black rice extract concentrates the antioxidant-active pigmented fraction.
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Product applications
Functions
Origin
Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Face toners and essences
- Specialty skincare
- Traditional grain food applications
Ingredient profile
Black rice extract is produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of black-cultivar Oryza sativa grains, typically targeting the pigmented bran layer. The extract contains anthocyanins, phenolic acids, gamma-oryzanol, and vitamin E.
OEM applications
In cosmetics, black rice extract appears in face toners, essences, and specialty skincare — often positioned around antioxidant and Japanese-heritage grain narratives.
In food, black rice is used in mixed-rice preparations, traditional confectionery, and rice wine products.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Cosmetic use is permitted under the JSCI dictionary.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng. Permitted for cosmetic use. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. |
| China | Permitted per IECIC listings. |
| Korea | Permitted under KFDA / MFDS. |
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Seasonality & supply calendar
- Harvest months
- Source rice harvested September – October
- Peak supply
- October – December (新米 from black rice)
- Off-season
- Year-round via stored dry rice and shelf-stable extract
Source: 農林水産省 水稲生産統計. 黒米 (古代米) is grown across multiple prefectures; cosmetic / supplement extract uses dried whole grain.
Storage requirements
How the receiving OEM facility needs to handle inbound raw material.
- Temperature
- Room temperature for dry rice; refrigerated for extract
- Conditions
- Sealed, opaque (anthocyanin pigments are light- and pH-sensitive)
- Shelf life
- 24 months sealed
Supply concentration
Where this ingredient comes from — useful for single-source-risk planning.
- Primary regions
- Niigata, Yamagata, Akita — small-volume specialty cultivation
- Import dependence
- Domestic for premium grade; commodity 古代米 mostly imported (China)
農林水産省 雑穀統計
Certifications commonly available
Certification schemes commonly obtainable for this raw material. Always confirm the specific supplier's current certificate before contracting.
| Scheme | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
| Organic JAS | On-request | |
| Halal | On-request | |
| Vegan | Inherent |
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Quick answers
- What is Black Rice Extract?
- Black rice — kurogome — is a pigmented cultivar of Oryza sativa whose bran layer is rich in anthocyanins, particularly cyanidin-3-glucoside. In Japan, black rice is eaten alongside white rice for nutritional diversity and is used in specialty wagashi. Cosmetic black rice extract concentrates the antioxidant-active pigmented fraction.
- What is the regulatory status of Black Rice Extract in Japan?
- Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Also used as a food ingredient.
- What products typically use Black Rice Extract?
- Face toners and essences / Specialty skincare / Traditional grain food applications
- Where does Black Rice Extract come from?
- Plant-derived (black-cultivar Oryza sativa)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Black Rice Extract?
- INCI: Oryza Sativa Black Rice Extract / JSCI: クロゴメエキス
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Regulatory guidance
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. What INCI name should I list on the ingredient declaration?
The standard INCI listing is 'Oryza Sativa Black Rice Extract', sometimes carried over a glycerin/water carrier which must be co-listed. Confirm the exact INCI on the supplier's CoA before pack artwork is finalized.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Personal Care Products Council — INCI Dictionary (Oryza Sativa entries)
Q. Is black rice extract permitted as a regulated active in Japanese quasi-drugs?
No — it is a general cosmetic ingredient (not on the 厚生労働省 (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) list of approved quasi-drug actives), so claims must stay within general-cosmetic scope (moisturization, conditioning) rather than whitening or anti-wrinkle.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- 厚生労働省 (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) — Standards for Cosmetics (Cosmetic Standards 2000) and quasi-drug active ingredient lists
Q. What is a typical use level and format for OEM formulations?
Most Japanese suppliers position black rice extract at roughly 0.1–3% in water-based phases of toners, essences, and serums. It is usually supplied as a water/glycerin or BG extract, so it is straightforward to drop into hydrophilic phases.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese cosmetics market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Are there storyline/marketing angles unique to Japanese-grown black rice?
Yes — Japanese suppliers typically emphasize traceability to specific prefectures (e.g., Niigata, Yamagata) and the heritage 'kodaimai' (ancient rice) narrative, which differentiates from generic Asian sourcing. Anthocyanin antioxidant content is the standard scientific anchor.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese OEM positioning
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. What MOQ should I expect from a Japanese OEM using this extract?
MOQs depend on the OEM, but specialty botanical extracts like this commonly start around 1,000–3,000 units for finished skincare, with the extract itself sourced via established raw-material distributors at small kg-level minimums.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese OEM market norms
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Use cases
Antioxidant face toner / lotion
- Positioning
- Japanese-heritage botanical, daily-use anti-dullness
- Typical usage level
- 0.1–2%
- Formulation notes
- Water-soluble, pairs with niacinamide, glycerin, and other rice-derived ingredients (rice bran, fermented rice).
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese skincare positioning
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Brightening essence / serum
- Positioning
- Premium 'wa-cosme' (Japanese-style) line
- Formulation notes
- Often combined with vitamin C derivatives or fermented extracts to reinforce antioxidant claim.
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese specialty skincare
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Sheet mask
- Positioning
- Single-use premium mask with regional botanical story
- Formulation notes
- Used in mask serum at low % alongside hyaluronic acid; shelf life depends on extract preservative system.
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese mask category
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Hair care (shampoo/treatment)
- Positioning
- Rice-grain heritage hair line
- Formulation notes
- Compatible with surfactant systems; commonly co-formulated with rice bran oil and hydrolyzed rice protein.
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese rice-themed hair lines
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
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References
- JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name directory — クロゴメエキス
- EU CosIng entry: Oryza Sativa Black Rice Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.