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Expert Verdict
HIGH RISK - same pulegone hepatotoxicity concerns as Mentha Pulegium Extract; "herb extract" specifically derived from the whole herb (aerial parts), which may contain variable pulegone levels depending on extraction method. Distinguished from "Extract" (#7) primarily by the specified plant part (herb = aerial portions); in practice the chemical profiles are very similar; the CAS number is identical
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract safe in cosmetics?
HIGH RISK - same pulegone hepatotoxicity concerns as Mentha Pulegium Extract; "herb extract" specifically derived from the whole herb (aerial parts), which may contain variable pulegone levels depending on extraction method. Distinguished from "Extract" (#7) primarily by the specified plant part (herb = aerial portions); in practice the chemical profiles are very similar; the CAS number is identical The EU classifies Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract allowed in the EU?
Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract do in cosmetics?
Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract functions as: Fragrance, refreshing, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90064-00-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Pulegium 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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