RegulyzeEvening primrose oil
Oenothera biennis · Oil
Evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
About Evening primrose oil
Evening primrose oil is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Oenothera biennis). The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Evening primrose oil permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) (listed in the regulation as “Oenothera biennis evening primrose oil”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Evening primrose oil?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Evening primrose oil; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Evening primrose oil belong to?
Evening primrose oil is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Evening primrose oil?
Evening primrose oil corresponds to Oenothera biennis, with the oil used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.