Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract

INCI: MAURITIA FLEXUOSA FLOWER/SEED EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (no CAS listed in CosIng)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not listed on any FDA prohibited or restricted ingredient list; general cosmetic use permitted under FD\&C Act provisions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No specific safety concerns flagged; limited toxicological data available due to niche use. As with all botanical extracts, potential for allergic sensitization exists in susceptible individuals.. Derived from the flowers and seeds of the Buriti palm (Mauritia flexuosa); rich in carotenoids and polyphenols; the plant is native to the Amazon basin

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?

No specific safety concerns flagged; limited toxicological data available due to niche use. As with all botanical extracts, potential for allergic sensitization exists in susceptible individuals.. Derived from the flowers and seeds of the Buriti palm (Mauritia flexuosa); rich in carotenoids and polyphenols; the plant is native to the Amazon basin The EU classifies Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract allowed in the EU?

Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract do in cosmetics?

Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (no CAS listed in CosIng).

What is the Margin of Safety for Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed 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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