Hericium Erinaceum Extract

INCI: HERICIUM ERINACEUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (mushroom extract)
Function
Skin conditioning — polysaccharides and amino acids support barrier function and moisture retention
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited formal toxicological dossier available; suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin formulations; vegan-compatible with no specific regulatory flags.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hericium Erinaceum Extract safe in cosmetics?

Limited formal toxicological dossier available; suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin formulations; vegan-compatible with no specific regulatory flags. The EU classifies Hericium Erinaceum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hericium Erinaceum Extract allowed in the EU?

Hericium Erinaceum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hericium Erinaceum Extract do in cosmetics?

Hericium Erinaceum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning — polysaccharides and amino acids support barrier function and moisture retention. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (mushroom extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hericium Erinaceum 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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