Is Fennel Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
Fennel Seed Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Fennel Seed Extract
INCI: FOENICULUM VULGARE SEED EXTRACT
Fennel Seed Extract (CAS 92623-75-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA restrictions; fennel derivatives have GRAS status as food flavorings
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Fennel Seed Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Deodorizer
Fragrance
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Fennel Seed Extract.
Regulatory Flags
estragole-genotoxic-carcinogen
alara-applies
no-sccs-opinion
no-cir-report
fragrance-allergen-labeling-risk
chemotype-dependent-safety
Chemical Function
Humectant
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Fragrance
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fennel Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Fennel Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Fennel Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Fennel Seed Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 92623-75-1.
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