Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil
INCI: GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM (COTTON) SEED OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Gossypol (toxic polyphenol) must be < specification limit in refined oil; aflatoxin and cyclopropenoid fatty acid (CPFA) contamination possible in unrefined grades; pesticide residues require CoA verification
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Gossypol (toxic polyphenol) must be < specification limit in refined oil; aflatoxin and cyclopropenoid fatty acid (CPFA) contamination possible in unrefined grades; pesticide residues require CoA verification The EU classifies Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil functions as: Skin conditioning agent — occlusive; emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8001-29-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil?
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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