Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Metabolizes to arctigenin, which has significant pharmacological activity. No formal cosmetic safety dossier exists. UV-protective claims require substantiation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arctiin safe in cosmetics?
Metabolizes to arctigenin, which has significant pharmacological activity. No formal cosmetic safety dossier exists. UV-protective claims require substantiation. The EU classifies Arctiin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Arctiin allowed in the EU?
Arctiin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Arctiin do in cosmetics?
Arctiin functions as: Skin conditioning, photoprotective, anti-inflammatory properties in research contexts. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20362-31-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Arctiin?
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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