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Expert Verdict
Contains galegine, a toxic guanidine alkaloid known to cause hypoglycemia and pulmonary edema systemically; FDA banned it as an oral supplement; topical use requires careful safety assessment proving negligible systemic absorption
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galega Officinalis Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains galegine, a toxic guanidine alkaloid known to cause hypoglycemia and pulmonary edema systemically; FDA banned it as an oral supplement; topical use requires careful safety assessment proving negligible systemic absorption The EU classifies Galega Officinalis Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Galega Officinalis Extract allowed in the EU?
Galega Officinalis Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Galega Officinalis Extract do in cosmetics?
Galega Officinalis Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84650-07-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Galega Officinalis Extract?
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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