Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract

INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) FLOWER EXTRACT

CAS Number
84776-03-4 (genus-level)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent – miscellaneous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — VCRP: 5 reported formulations

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

CIR Panel concluded safe as used (one of 9 approved sunflower ingredients); however, Asteraceae cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals remains a concern flag; formulators advised to monitor sesquiterpene lactone and 2S albumin levels; cGMP required.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract safe in cosmetics?

CIR Panel concluded safe as used (one of 9 approved sunflower ingredients); however, Asteraceae cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals remains a concern flag; formulators advised to monitor sesquiterpene lactone and 2S albumin levels; cGMP required. The EU classifies Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract allowed in the EU?

Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract do in cosmetics?

Helianthus Annuus Flower Extract functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – miscellaneous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84776-03-4 (genus-level).

What is the Margin of Safety for Helianthus Annuus Flower 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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