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Expert Verdict
CAS 84696-21-9. EU: Permitted, not listed in any restrictive Annex under EC 1223/2009; no dedicated SCCS opinion. US: CIR reviewed 2023, safe at ≤0.5% when formulated to be non-sensitizing; not FDA restricted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gotu Kola Extract safe in cosmetics?
CAS 84696-21-9. EU: Permitted, not listed in any restrictive Annex under EC 1223/2009; no dedicated SCCS opinion. US: CIR reviewed 2023, safe at ≤0.5% when formulated to be non-sensitizing; not FDA restricted. The EU classifies Gotu Kola Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Gotu Kola Extract allowed in the EU?
Gotu Kola Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gotu Kola Extract do in cosmetics?
Gotu Kola Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, wound healing; TECA complex. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-21-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Gotu Kola Extract?
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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