Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns documented; very limited published toxicological data due to niche use. Volatile oil derived from the whole plant of Ipomoea aquatica (water spinach / kangkong, family Convolvulaceae); a relatively rare/specialty botanical oil in cosmetics; used primarily for hair conditioning benefits; traditional use in Southeast Asian ethnobotany for hair and skin applications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ipomoea Aquatica Oil safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns documented; very limited published toxicological data due to niche use. Volatile oil derived from the whole plant of Ipomoea aquatica (water spinach / kangkong, family Convolvulaceae); a relatively rare/specialty botanical oil in cosmetics; used primarily for hair conditioning benefits; traditional use in Southeast Asian ethnobotany for hair and skin applications The EU classifies Ipomoea Aquatica Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ipomoea Aquatica Oil allowed in the EU?
Ipomoea Aquatica Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ipomoea Aquatica Oil do in cosmetics?
Ipomoea Aquatica Oil functions as: Hair Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned in major databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ipomoea Aquatica Oil?
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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