Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Known as sweet grass or holy grass. Primary constituent of concern is coumarin. Dermal and inhalation toxicity not determined. Whole-plant material with variable composition dependent on harvest and processing. Coumarin labeling requirements apply per EU Annex III entry 46.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hierochloe Odorata safe in cosmetics?
Known as sweet grass or holy grass. Primary constituent of concern is coumarin. Dermal and inhalation toxicity not determined. Whole-plant material with variable composition dependent on harvest and processing. Coumarin labeling requirements apply per EU Annex III entry 46. The EU classifies Hierochloe Odorata as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hierochloe Odorata allowed in the EU?
Hierochloe Odorata EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hierochloe Odorata do in cosmetics?
Hierochloe Odorata functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91770-13-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hierochloe Odorata?
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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