Is Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide safe in cosmetics?
Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide
INCI: MENTHA PIPERITA AMERICAN EXTRACT/HYDROGEN SULFIDE
Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide (CAS 94334-25-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Depilatory (hair dissolving/removal). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 2%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Depilatory (hair dissolving/removal)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
2%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed with conditions - sulfide-based depilatories are recognized cosmetic products; no pre-market approval required but must meet general safety standards; FDA has issued guidance on labeling for depilatory products.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Fragrance
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Chemical Function
Fragrance
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide allowed in the EU?
Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide do in cosmetics?
Mentha Piperita American Extract/Hydrogen Sulfide functions as: Depilatory (hair dissolving/removal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94334-25-5.
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