Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract
INCI: GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM SEEDCAKE EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Seedcake is the press residue after oil extraction with concentrated gossypol requiring mandatory assay (target ≤100 ppm) and aflatoxin screening due to Aspergillus growth risk. UV-absorber function claim requires substantiation and Annex VI listing if marketed as UV protection.
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Is Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract safe in cosmetics?
Seedcake is the press residue after oil extraction with concentrated gossypol requiring mandatory assay (target ≤100 ppm) and aflatoxin screening due to Aspergillus growth risk. UV-absorber function claim requires substantiation and Annex VI listing if marketed as UV protection. The EU classifies Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract allowed in the EU?
Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract do in cosmetics?
Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-08-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Gossypium Herbaceum Seedcake 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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