Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Arnica Montana Extract

INCI: ARNICA MONTANA EXTRACT

Function
Masking, soothing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed — safe as used with caveats on sensitization

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

High sensitization concern among Arnica derivatives; CIR recommends formulation-level sensitization testing. Not classified as hazardous under CLP 1272/2008. Pregnant and nursing individuals advised to avoid. EFSA Compendium lists Arnica montana as a botanical containing substances of concern.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arnica Montana Extract safe in cosmetics?

High sensitization concern among Arnica derivatives; CIR recommends formulation-level sensitization testing. Not classified as hazardous under CLP 1272/2008. Pregnant and nursing individuals advised to avoid. EFSA Compendium lists Arnica montana as a botanical containing substances of concern. The EU classifies Arnica Montana Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Arnica Montana Extract allowed in the EU?

Arnica Montana Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Arnica Montana Extract do in cosmetics?

Arnica Montana Extract functions as: Masking, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.

What is the Margin of Safety for Arnica Montana 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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