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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Blue Corn Extract (Zea Mays Kernel Extract, CAS 84696-06-0) is a plant extract rich in anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tocopherols with antioxidant and skin-conditioning activity. The CIR Expert Panel assessed Zea Mays cosmetic ingredients and found them safe for use at cosmetic concentrations. No EU restrictions apply; the ingredient is freely permitted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. EWG Skin Deep scores all common concern categories as low. No maximum concentration limit is set in either EU or US frameworks. Pesticide residue management in the supply chain is the principal quality concern.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blue Corn Extract safe in cosmetics?
Blue Corn Extract (Zea Mays Kernel Extract, CAS 84696-06-0) is a plant extract rich in anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tocopherols with antioxidant and skin-conditioning activity. The CIR Expert Panel assessed Zea Mays cosmetic ingredients and found them safe for use at cosmetic concentrations. No EU restrictions apply; the ingredient is freely permitted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. EWG Skin Deep scores all common concern categories as low. No maximum concentration limit is set in either EU or US frameworks. Pesticide residue management in the supply chain is the principal quality concern. The EU classifies Blue Corn Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Blue Corn Extract allowed in the EU?
Blue Corn Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Blue Corn Extract do in cosmetics?
Blue Corn Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Binding, Bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-06-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Blue Corn Extract?
adequate 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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