Ipomoea Purga Resin

INCI: IPOMOEA PURGA RESIN

CAS Number
9000-64-0 (Jalap resin, historically assigned).
Function
Skin conditioning.
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed in cosmetics. Not prohibited or restricted. (Note: Jalap resin is historically recognized as a drug substance for purgative use; cosmetic applications are distinct.)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Ipomoea purga (Jalap) resin contains convolvulin and jalapin - potent glycosidic resins with strong cathartic effects if ingested. Skin irritation potential should be evaluated. Not intended for oral/lip products without thorough safety assessment.. Historically one of the most important medicinal Ipomoea species; the resin is a powerful traditional purgative. Cosmetic use is extremely limited.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ipomoea Purga Resin safe in cosmetics?

Ipomoea purga (Jalap) resin contains convolvulin and jalapin - potent glycosidic resins with strong cathartic effects if ingested. Skin irritation potential should be evaluated. Not intended for oral/lip products without thorough safety assessment.. Historically one of the most important medicinal Ipomoea species; the resin is a powerful traditional purgative. Cosmetic use is extremely limited. The EU classifies Ipomoea Purga Resin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ipomoea Purga Resin allowed in the EU?

Ipomoea Purga Resin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ipomoea Purga Resin do in cosmetics?

Ipomoea Purga Resin functions as: Skin conditioning.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-64-0 (Jalap resin, historically assigned)..

What is the Margin of Safety for Ipomoea Purga Resin?

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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