Is Hornet Extract safe in cosmetics?
Hornet Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
MODERATE
Cosmetic Ingredient
Hornet Extract
INCI: HORNET EXTRACT
Hornet Extract (CAS Not assigned) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Anti-sebum, antimicrobial, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Anti-sebum, antimicrobial, skin conditioning
Editorial assessment
MODERATE
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific restriction under 21 CFR; no CIR review
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hornet Extract.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Hornet Extract — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hornet Extract allowed in the EU?
Hornet Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hornet Extract do in cosmetics?
Hornet Extract functions as: Anti-sebum, antimicrobial, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
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