Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
One of five Ginkgo biloba ingredients for which CIR concluded insufficient data; biflavone content varies seasonally (44–195 mg/100 g); no reported cosmetic uses in FDA VCRP or Council concentration surveys; as an isolated constituent, read-across from whole leaf extract is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ginkgo Biflavones safe in cosmetics?
One of five Ginkgo biloba ingredients for which CIR concluded insufficient data; biflavone content varies seasonally (44–195 mg/100 g); no reported cosmetic uses in FDA VCRP or Council concentration surveys; as an isolated constituent, read-across from whole leaf extract is limited. The EU classifies Ginkgo Biflavones as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ginkgo Biflavones allowed in the EU?
Ginkgo Biflavones EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ginkgo Biflavones do in cosmetics?
Ginkgo Biflavones functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (mixture: amentoflavone, bilobetin, ginkgetin, isoginkgetin).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ginkgo Biflavones?
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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