Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract

INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS Number
| 3
Function
Skin-conditioning agent – miscellaneous
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not prohibited/restricted; limited VCRP data

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

CIR Panel concluded insufficient data for this sunflower leaf/stem extract. Leaves contain high saponin levels and sesquiterpene lactones concentrated in vegetative parts. No HRIPT, genotoxicity, or dermal irritation data available. Phytoremediation use of whole plant raises heavy metal uptake concern.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?

CIR Panel concluded insufficient data for this sunflower leaf/stem extract. Leaves contain high saponin levels and sesquiterpene lactones concentrated in vegetative parts. No HRIPT, genotoxicity, or dermal irritation data available. Phytoremediation use of whole plant raises heavy metal uptake concern. The EU classifies Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?

Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – miscellaneous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Helianthus Annuus Leaf/Stem 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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