Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Lowest-risk form in this set; residual estragole should still be tested (expected <0.001%); microbiological contamination risk inherent to hydrosols — preservative system mandatory; pH and storage stability must be documented
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Water safe in cosmetics?
Lowest-risk form in this set; residual estragole should still be tested (expected <0.001%); microbiological contamination risk inherent to hydrosols — preservative system mandatory; pH and storage stability must be documented The EU classifies Foeniculum Vulgare Water as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Water allowed in the EU?
Foeniculum Vulgare Water EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Foeniculum Vulgare Water do in cosmetics?
Foeniculum Vulgare Water functions as: Skin conditioning, tonic, solvent, fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84625-39-8 (hydrosol; no separate CAS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Foeniculum Vulgare Water?
adequate 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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