Is Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract
INCI: FERULA ASSA-FOETIDA GUM EXTRACT
Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract (CAS 90028-70-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Flavouring, Fragrance (perfuming), Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Flavouring, Fragrance (perfuming), Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted by FDA; GRAS status as a food flavoring supports general safety profile
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Fragrance
Humectant
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
fragrance-component
Chemical Function
Humectant
Fragrance
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract allowed in the EU?
Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract do in cosmetics?
Ferula Assa-Foetida Gum Extract functions as: Flavouring, Fragrance (perfuming), Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-70-9.
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