Carthamus Tinctorius Extract

INCI: CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS EXTRACT

CAS Number
223749-52-8 (shared safflower extract CAS)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Asteraceae/Compositae family cross-reactivity possible in sensitive individuals; oral toxicity at high doses reported in animal studies but not relevant at topical cosmetic levels.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carthamus Tinctorius Extract safe in cosmetics?

Asteraceae/Compositae family cross-reactivity possible in sensitive individuals; oral toxicity at high doses reported in animal studies but not relevant at topical cosmetic levels. The EU classifies Carthamus Tinctorius Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Carthamus Tinctorius Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Carthamus Tinctorius Extract do in cosmetics?

Carthamus Tinctorius Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-52-8 (shared safflower extract CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Carthamus Tinctorius 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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