Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pyroligneous acid can contain formaldehyde, methanol, phenol, cresols, and PAHs; extensive purification essential. Potential Annex II conflict if formaldehyde exceeds 0.1% (EU) or PAH levels are detectable. Highly acidic (pH 2.5–3.5); not COSMOS/ECOCERT-eligible without full characterization and processing validation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bamboo Vinegar safe in cosmetics?
Pyroligneous acid can contain formaldehyde, methanol, phenol, cresols, and PAHs; extensive purification essential. Potential Annex II conflict if formaldehyde exceeds 0.1% (EU) or PAH levels are detectable. Highly acidic (pH 2.5–3.5); not COSMOS/ECOCERT-eligible without full characterization and processing validation. The EU classifies Bamboo Vinegar as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Bamboo Vinegar allowed in the EU?
Bamboo Vinegar EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bamboo Vinegar do in cosmetics?
Bamboo Vinegar functions as: Antimicrobial, skin conditioning; anti-P. acnes activity demonstrated in research. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No specific CAS for "bamboo vinegar" in cosmetic databases; pyroligneous acid (general) = CAS 8030-97-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bamboo Vinegar?
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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