Mantis Extract

INCI: MANTIS EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (animal-derived extract)
Function
Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not listed as prohibited or restricted; no specific FDA regulation beyond general cosmetic safety requirements

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited safety data available; potential allergenicity for individuals with insect protein sensitivities; very uncommon ingredient with minimal published toxicological data. Derived from praying mantis (Mantodea order); an extremely rare cosmetic ingredient, likely rooted in traditional Chinese medicine practices where mantis-derived substances have historical use

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mantis Extract safe in cosmetics?

Limited safety data available; potential allergenicity for individuals with insect protein sensitivities; very uncommon ingredient with minimal published toxicological data. Derived from praying mantis (Mantodea order); an extremely rare cosmetic ingredient, likely rooted in traditional Chinese medicine practices where mantis-derived substances have historical use The EU classifies Mantis Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Mantis Extract allowed in the EU?

Mantis Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Mantis Extract do in cosmetics?

Mantis Extract functions as: Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (animal-derived extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Mantis 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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