Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential skin sensitization from constituent terpenes (carvone, limonene); limited toxicological data specific to this species.. Derived from Scotch spearmint (Mentha × gentilis syn. M. cardiaca), Lamiaceae family; solvent extract of the whole herb.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin sensitization from constituent terpenes (carvone, limonene); limited toxicological data specific to this species.. Derived from Scotch spearmint (Mentha × gentilis syn. M. cardiaca), Lamiaceae family; solvent extract of the whole herb. The EU classifies Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract allowed in the EU?
Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract do in cosmetics?
Mentha Cardiaca Herb Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91770-24-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Cardiaca Herb 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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