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Expert Verdict
Low risk; used in ≤11 formulations per VCRP data at time of CIR review; same cross-allergenicity warnings (celery, carrot, watermelon, ragweed, latex) apply; CIR panel noted concern over pesticide residues and heavy metals in botanical ingredients. Seed-specific extraction yields a different phytochemical profile than fruit extract - cucumber seeds contain mixed fatty acids and triterpene alcohols (e.g., cycloartenol, obtusifoliol, taraxerol), as well as cucurbitin and spermidine; composition...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
Low risk; used in ≤11 formulations per VCRP data at time of CIR review; same cross-allergenicity warnings (celery, carrot, watermelon, ragweed, latex) apply; CIR panel noted concern over pesticide residues and heavy metals in botanical ingredients. Seed-specific extraction yields a different phytochemical profile than fruit extract - cucumber seeds contain mixed fatty acids and triterpene alcohols (e.g., cycloartenol, obtusifoliol, taraxerol), as well as cucurbitin and spermidine; composition... The EU classifies Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned separate from the broader 89998-01-6 framework.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cucumis Sativus Seed 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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