Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Anaphylaxis risk is the primary concern. Hornetin is a lethal protein (32 kDa, pI 10.2). Unlike bee venom which has some cosmetic safety track record, hornet venom has virtually no published cosmetic safety data. Bee venom cosmetics already report irritation, pruritus, erythema, and urticaria as side effects — hornet venom is significantly more potent. Do not use without comprehensive allergenicity testing and medical disclaimers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hornet Venom safe in cosmetics?
Anaphylaxis risk is the primary concern. Hornetin is a lethal protein (32 kDa, pI 10.2). Unlike bee venom which has some cosmetic safety track record, hornet venom has virtually no published cosmetic safety data. Bee venom cosmetics already report irritation, pruritus, erythema, and urticaria as side effects — hornet venom is significantly more potent. Do not use without comprehensive allergenicity testing and medical disclaimers. The EU classifies Hornet Venom as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Hornet Venom allowed in the EU?
Hornet Venom EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hornet Venom do in cosmetics?
Hornet Venom functions as: Skin conditioning (anti-aging claims by analogy to bee venom). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hornet Venom?
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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