Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract

INCI: BALANITES AEGYPTIACA SEED EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (no CAS listed in CosIng or Good Scents)
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; permitted for cosmetic use under general FDCA provisions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Saponin content (diosgenin-type) in Balanites seeds may cause irritation at high concentrations; ensure adequate purification

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?

Saponin content (diosgenin-type) in Balanites seeds may cause irritation at high concentrations; ensure adequate purification The EU classifies Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract allowed in the EU?

Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract do in cosmetics?

Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (no CAS listed in CosIng or Good Scents).

What is the Margin of Safety for Balanites Aegyptiaca Seed 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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