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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU permitted with no concentration limit. Valued for high squalene content, tocotrienols, and amino acid profile supporting barrier and hydration claims. Safety case relies on read-across from CIR plant-derived oils group and related botanicals. For high-concentration leave-on products, consider Franz cell diffusion study or apply conservative 100% absorption assumption. COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible as plant-derived extract; verify solvent documentation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
EU permitted with no concentration limit. Valued for high squalene content, tocotrienols, and amino acid profile supporting barrier and hydration claims. Safety case relies on read-across from CIR plant-derived oils group and related botanicals. For high-concentration leave-on products, consider Franz cell diffusion study or apply conservative 100% absorption assumption. COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible as plant-derived extract; verify solvent documentation. The EU classifies Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract functions as: skin conditioning, antioxidant, soothing, hair conditioning. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223747-79-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Amaranthus Caudatus Seed 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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