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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains tannins with astringent potential. Tree nut allergen awareness—chestnut is listed among tree nut allergens in food regulations, though topical sensitization risk is low. Distinguish between Castanea sativa (sweet chestnut) and Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut), which are from different botanical families with different safety profiles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains tannins with astringent potential. Tree nut allergen awareness—chestnut is listed among tree nut allergens in food regulations, though topical sensitization risk is low. Distinguish between Castanea sativa (sweet chestnut) and Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut), which are from different botanical families with different safety profiles. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; Castanea Sativa Extract: 84695-99-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Chestnut 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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