Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Bombyx Mori Extract

INCI: BOMBYX MORI EXTRACT

CAS Number
91079-16-2 (EINECS 293-402-2)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed silk protein ingredients (2020). CIR conclusion: some silk proteins safe in present practices of use; however, for Silkworm Cocoon Extract specifically, data were insufficient — missing method of manufacture, concentration of use, 28-day dermal toxicity, genotoxicity, and sensitization data

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

CIR concluded data insufficient to determine safety. Required data include: method of manufacture/impurities, concentration of use, 28-day dermal toxicity study, skin irritation and sensitization data. This ingredient cannot be adequately defended in a CPSR without additional testing.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bombyx Mori Extract safe in cosmetics?

CIR concluded data insufficient to determine safety. Required data include: method of manufacture/impurities, concentration of use, 28-day dermal toxicity study, skin irritation and sensitization data. This ingredient cannot be adequately defended in a CPSR without additional testing. The EU classifies Bombyx Mori Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bombyx Mori Extract allowed in the EU?

Bombyx Mori Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bombyx Mori Extract do in cosmetics?

Bombyx Mori Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91079-16-2 (EINECS 293-402-2).

What is the Margin of Safety for Bombyx Mori 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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