Hordeum Distichon Extract

CAS Number
94349-67-4
Function
Humectant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restriction; max reported use 1.8% in leave-on moisturizers

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

CIR Panel (June 2022) concluded insufficient data to determine safety. Missing: 28-day dermal toxicity, method of manufacture clarification, composition/impurities data. Whole plant extract vs. seed-only sourcing is unresolved; gluten cross-contamination possible.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hordeum Distichon Extract safe in cosmetics?

CIR Panel (June 2022) concluded insufficient data to determine safety. Missing: 28-day dermal toxicity, method of manufacture clarification, composition/impurities data. Whole plant extract vs. seed-only sourcing is unresolved; gluten cross-contamination possible. The EU classifies Hordeum Distichon Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Hordeum Distichon Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hordeum Distichon Extract do in cosmetics?

Hordeum Distichon Extract functions as: Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94349-67-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hordeum Distichon 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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