Capsicum Frutescens Fruit

INCI: CAPSICUM FRUTESCENS FRUIT

CAS Number
85940-30-3 (for extract form)
Function
Skin conditioning agent, external analgesic, flavoring agent, fragrance component
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Skin irritation potential due to capsaicin-mediated effects; contamination control required to prevent N-nitroso compound formation.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capsicum Frutescens Fruit safe in cosmetics?

Skin irritation potential due to capsaicin-mediated effects; contamination control required to prevent N-nitroso compound formation. The EU classifies Capsicum Frutescens Fruit as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Capsicum Frutescens Fruit allowed in the EU?

Capsicum Frutescens Fruit EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Capsicum Frutescens Fruit do in cosmetics?

Capsicum Frutescens Fruit functions as: Skin conditioning agent, external analgesic, flavoring agent, fragrance component. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85940-30-3 (for extract form).

What is the Margin of Safety for Capsicum Frutescens Fruit?

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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