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Expert Verdict
Borago officinalis extract contains unsaturated pyrrolizidine alkaloids (amabiline, intermedine, lycopsamine) that are hepatotoxic, genotoxic, and potentially carcinogenic; mandatory PA testing and extraction method documentation required before use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Borago Officinalis Extract safe in cosmetics?
Borago officinalis extract contains unsaturated pyrrolizidine alkaloids (amabiline, intermedine, lycopsamine) that are hepatotoxic, genotoxic, and potentially carcinogenic; mandatory PA testing and extraction method documentation required before use. The EU classifies Borago Officinalis Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Borago Officinalis Extract allowed in the EU?
Borago Officinalis Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Borago Officinalis Extract do in cosmetics?
Borago Officinalis Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-16-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Borago Officinalis 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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