Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potent pharmacological activity with antimalarial and cytotoxic properties at higher concentrations; cross-reactivity with other sesquiterpene lactones possible. Use at very low concentrations only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Artemisinin safe in cosmetics?
Potent pharmacological activity with antimalarial and cytotoxic properties at higher concentrations; cross-reactivity with other sesquiterpene lactones possible. Use at very low concentrations only. The EU classifies Artemisinin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Artemisinin allowed in the EU?
Artemisinin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Artemisinin do in cosmetics?
Artemisinin functions as: Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63968-64-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Artemisinin?
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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