Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract
INCI: HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains decanoyl acetaldehyde (houttuynin) which may irritate at high concentrations; no cytotoxicity observed up to 500 µg/mL in vitro; long history of use in Asian cosmetics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains decanoyl acetaldehyde (houttuynin) which may irritate at high concentrations; no cytotoxicity observed up to 500 µg/mL in vitro; long history of use in Asian cosmetics. The EU classifies Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antimicrobial; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 164288-50-0 (general *H. cordata* extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf 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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