Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract

CAS Number
84776-25-0 (same source organism; thallus-specific CAS may vary by supplier)
Function
Humectant; Softener and conditioner
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated; general cosmetic ingredient

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Usnic acid content requires specification; supplier must confirm extraction method and solvent. Data gaps may trigger CPSR assessor requests for supporting literature.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract safe in cosmetics?

Usnic acid content requires specification; supplier must confirm extraction method and solvent. Data gaps may trigger CPSR assessor requests for supporting literature. The EU classifies Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract allowed in the EU?

Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract do in cosmetics?

Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract functions as: Humectant; Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84776-25-0 (same source organism; thallus-specific CAS may vary by supplier).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cetraria Islandica Thallus 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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