Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract

INCI: GANODERMA APPLANATUM MYCELIUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin conditioning agent (mycelium-derived beta-glucans, polysaccharides)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” G. lucidum mycelium beta-glucans have GRAS status; not confirmed for G. applanatum specifically

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Mycelium growth substrate residues (grain, sawdust) may introduce contaminants. Beta-glucan content varies with culture conditions. No species-specific dermal safety monograph available.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract safe in cosmetics?

Mycelium growth substrate residues (grain, sawdust) may introduce contaminants. Beta-glucan content varies with culture conditions. No species-specific dermal safety monograph available. The EU classifies Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract allowed in the EU?

Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract do in cosmetics?

Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent (mycelium-derived beta-glucans, polysaccharides). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ganoderma applanatum Mycelium 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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