Badger Oil

INCI: MELES TAXUS OIL

CAS Number
Not readily assigned in public databases
Function
Skin conditioning, emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; animal-derived oils must meet general cosmetic safety requirements

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Animal-derived oil; requires verification of legal sourcing, species protection status, and compliance with COSMOS/ECOCERT standards which typically exclude animal-derived ingredients.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Badger Oil safe in cosmetics?

Animal-derived oil; requires verification of legal sourcing, species protection status, and compliance with COSMOS/ECOCERT standards which typically exclude animal-derived ingredients. The EU classifies Badger Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Badger Oil allowed in the EU?

Badger Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Badger Oil do in cosmetics?

Badger Oil functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily assigned in public databases.

What is the Margin of Safety for Badger Oil?

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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