Cynomorium Coccineum Extract

INCI: CYNOMORIUM COCCINEUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned; plant extract from “Maltese Mushroom”.
Function
Humectant and skin conditioning; holds moisture and maintains skin in good condition
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction identified; considered a botanical cosmetic ingredient under general safety requirements

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Botanical extract with standard safety controls for microbiology, pesticides, and heavy metals; watch for rare idiosyncratic allergy in very sensitive users

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cynomorium Coccineum Extract safe in cosmetics?

Botanical extract with standard safety controls for microbiology, pesticides, and heavy metals; watch for rare idiosyncratic allergy in very sensitive users The EU classifies Cynomorium Coccineum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Cynomorium Coccineum Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Cynomorium Coccineum Extract do in cosmetics?

Cynomorium Coccineum Extract functions as: Humectant and skin conditioning; holds moisture and maintains skin in good condition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned; plant extract from “Maltese Mushroom”..

What is the Margin of Safety for Cynomorium Coccineum Extract?

adequate 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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