Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Apigenin is a naturally occurring flavone with demonstrated anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and collagen synthesis properties, permitted in the EU without concentration restrictions, though human dermal absorption data under standardized conditions is lacking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Apigenin safe in cosmetics?
Apigenin is a naturally occurring flavone with demonstrated anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and collagen synthesis properties, permitted in the EU without concentration restrictions, though human dermal absorption data under standardized conditions is lacking. The EU classifies Apigenin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Apigenin allowed in the EU?
Apigenin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Apigenin do in cosmetics?
Apigenin functions as: Antioxidant, Hair Conditioning, Anti-Inflammatory. It is classified as a Antioxidant in our database. CAS number: 520-36-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Apigenin?
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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