Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract
INCI: FERULA ASSA-FOETIDA EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Confirmed skin and eye irritant and dermal sensitizer. Contains organosulfur compounds (diallyl disulfide, etc.) that can cause contact dermatitis; strong odor limits practical use levels. Some volatile components lack completed safety assessments. Patch testing recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract safe in cosmetics?
Confirmed skin and eye irritant and dermal sensitizer. Contains organosulfur compounds (diallyl disulfide, etc.) that can cause contact dermatitis; strong odor limits practical use levels. Some volatile components lack completed safety assessments. Patch testing recommended. The EU classifies Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract allowed in the EU?
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract do in cosmetics?
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-70-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) 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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