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Expert Verdict
Kenaf leaf extract lotion (0.1% w/w KLE) showed no toxicity to human cells in vitro and passed microbiological stability testing in published study; however, no formal NOAEL, no HRIPT data, no SCCS/CIR review; raw plant material is a known skin irritant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract safe in cosmetics?
Kenaf leaf extract lotion (0.1% w/w KLE) showed no toxicity to human cells in vitro and passed microbiological stability testing in published study; however, no formal NOAEL, no HRIPT data, no SCCS/CIR review; raw plant material is a known skin irritant. The EU classifies Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract allowed in the EU?
Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract do in cosmetics?
Hibiscus Cannabinus Extract functions as: Skin whitening (tyrosinase inhibition), anti-aging (collagenase/elastase inhibition), antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not formally assigned in CosIng (kenaf; *Hibiscus cannabinus* L.).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hibiscus Cannabinus 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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