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Expert Verdict
Contains appetite-suppressant steroidal glycosides (P57); prenatal developmental delays observed at maternal-toxic doses; CITES Appendix II species requiring sourcing and traceability verification; cosmetic-specific dermal safety data are absent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hoodia Gordonii Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains appetite-suppressant steroidal glycosides (P57); prenatal developmental delays observed at maternal-toxic doses; CITES Appendix II species requiring sourcing and traceability verification; cosmetic-specific dermal safety data are absent. The EU classifies Hoodia Gordonii Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hoodia Gordonii Extract allowed in the EU?
Hoodia Gordonii Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hoodia Gordonii Extract do in cosmetics?
Hoodia Gordonii Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng/INCI dictionary.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hoodia Gordonii 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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