Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Inula Helenium Extract based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; literature review
Expert Verdict
DO NOT USE without extraordinary justification. Contains alantolactone, a known sensitizer prohibited by Health Canada, SCCS, and IFRA. Requires HRIPT data and quantified alantolactone analysis if inclusion is considered.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Inula Helenium Extract safe in cosmetics?
DO NOT USE without extraordinary justification. Contains alantolactone, a known sensitizer prohibited by Health Canada, SCCS, and IFRA. Requires HRIPT data and quantified alantolactone analysis if inclusion is considered. The EU classifies Inula Helenium Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Inula Helenium Extract allowed in the EU?
Inula Helenium Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Inula Helenium Extract do in cosmetics?
Inula Helenium Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-20-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Inula Helenium Extract?
adequate 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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