Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

INCI: AGASTACHE MEXICANA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned in CosIng
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Contains methylchavicol (estragole), a constituent flagged by EFSA and SCCS as genotoxic via metabolic activation. Estragole levels must be quantified if extraction method concentrates volatile fraction, as SCCS recommends estragole should not contribute to cosmetic exposure.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains methylchavicol (estragole), a constituent flagged by EFSA and SCCS as genotoxic via metabolic activation. Estragole levels must be quantified if extraction method concentrates volatile fraction, as SCCS recommends estragole should not contribute to cosmetic exposure. The EU classifies Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?

Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?

Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng.

What is the Margin of Safety for Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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