Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice
INCI: FICUS CARICA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM JUICE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Leaf and stem tissues are primary furanocoumarin reservoirs (psoralen, bergapten, xanthotoxin); stem juice contains active ficin; documented phytophotodermatitis from fig sap; phototoxicity testing (OECD 432) mandatory; quantitative limits on furanocoumarins required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice safe in cosmetics?
Leaf and stem tissues are primary furanocoumarin reservoirs (psoralen, bergapten, xanthotoxin); stem juice contains active ficin; documented phytophotodermatitis from fig sap; phototoxicity testing (OECD 432) mandatory; quantitative limits on furanocoumarins required. The EU classifies Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice allowed in the EU?
Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice do in cosmetics?
Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ficus carica Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice?
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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