Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Bioactive plant oil with antibacterial, antifungal, and insect-repellent properties; high oleic acid content; cannot be labelled or used as a UV filter in the EU; best at 3–5% as a preservative booster or actives-delivery oil
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Karanja Oil safe in cosmetics?
Bioactive plant oil with antibacterial, antifungal, and insect-repellent properties; high oleic acid content; cannot be labelled or used as a UV filter in the EU; best at 3–5% as a preservative booster or actives-delivery oil The EU classifies Karanja Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Karanja Oil allowed in the EU?
Karanja Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Karanja Oil do in cosmetics?
Karanja Oil functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Antimicrobial, Preservative Booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-40-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Karanja Oil?
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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