Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited published toxicological or clinical data; rare/niche ingredient with minimal independent safety assessment. Derived from Lophophytum elongatum, a parasitic plant of the Balanophoraceae family native to South America; extremely niche ingredient with limited supplier availability
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lophophytum Elongatum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Very limited published toxicological or clinical data; rare/niche ingredient with minimal independent safety assessment. Derived from Lophophytum elongatum, a parasitic plant of the Balanophoraceae family native to South America; extremely niche ingredient with limited supplier availability The EU classifies Lophophytum Elongatum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lophophytum Elongatum Extract allowed in the EU?
Lophophytum Elongatum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lophophytum Elongatum Extract do in cosmetics?
Lophophytum Elongatum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng (niche botanical).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lophophytum Elongatum 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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