Cicada Extract

INCI: CICADA EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin Conditioning (traditional use; antioxidant properties reported for related Cordyceps cicadae)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

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

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

HIGH CONCERN for CPSR: No toxicological data; insect-derived protein allergen risk; no SCCS or CIR review; requires full supplier safety dossier, patch testing, and potentially a novel ingredient notification depending on jurisdiction

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cicada Extract safe in cosmetics?

HIGH CONCERN for CPSR: No toxicological data; insect-derived protein allergen risk; no SCCS or CIR review; requires full supplier safety dossier, patch testing, and potentially a novel ingredient notification depending on jurisdiction The EU classifies Cicada Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cicada Extract allowed in the EU?

Cicada Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cicada Extract do in cosmetics?

Cicada Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning (traditional use; antioxidant properties reported for related Cordyceps cicadae). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cicada 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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