Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains estragole (methyl chavicol), classified as genotoxic/carcinogenic by EFSA and SCCS with recommendations to minimize exposure and quantify limits. Also contains anethole with estrogenic activity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil safe in cosmetics?
Contains estragole (methyl chavicol), classified as genotoxic/carcinogenic by EFSA and SCCS with recommendations to minimize exposure and quantify limits. Also contains anethole with estrogenic activity. The EU classifies Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil allowed in the EU?
Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil do in cosmetics?
Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil functions as: Fragrance, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 92623-75-1 is assigned to FOENICULUM VULGARE VULGARE FRUIT OIL; leaf oil may share this or lack a distinct CAS.
What is the Margin of Safety for Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Oil?
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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