Is Mealworm Larva Extract safe in cosmetics?
Mealworm Larva Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Mealworm Larva Extract
INCI: MEALWORM LARVA EXTRACT (LISTED IN INCI DICTIONARY; DERIVED FROM TENEBRIO MOLITOR)
Mealworm Larva Extract (CAS Not yet assigned a standard CAS in major cosmetic databases (novel ingredient)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not yet assigned a standard CAS in major cosmetic databases (novel ingredient)
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Function
Skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - no specific prohibition; manufacturer bears responsibility for safety substantiation.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Mealworm Larva Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Mealworm Larva Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mealworm Larva Extract allowed in the EU?
Mealworm Larva Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mealworm Larva Extract do in cosmetics?
Mealworm Larva Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not yet assigned a standard CAS in major cosmetic databases (novel ingredient).
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