Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract
INCI: HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Volatile constituents (houttuynin) may cause irritation at high concentrations; essential oil fraction shows antimicrobial activity against S. aureus, C. acnes, and C. albicans. Verify no biocide classification triggers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?
Volatile constituents (houttuynin) may cause irritation at high concentrations; essential oil fraction shows antimicrobial activity against S. aureus, C. acnes, and C. albicans. Verify no biocide classification triggers. The EU classifies Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?
Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?
Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antimicrobial. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 164288-50-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Stem 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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