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Expert Verdict
Raw sap from Cucurbitaceae plants can contain cucurbitacins, which may be irritating at high concentrations; proper processing and concentration limits are advisable. Refers to the natural exudate/sap from bitter melon stems rather than a solvent-extracted product; less commonly used than the extract form
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Is Momordica Charantia Stem Sap safe in cosmetics?
Raw sap from Cucurbitaceae plants can contain cucurbitacins, which may be irritating at high concentrations; proper processing and concentration limits are advisable. Refers to the natural exudate/sap from bitter melon stems rather than a solvent-extracted product; less commonly used than the extract form The EU classifies Momordica Charantia Stem Sap as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Momordica Charantia Stem Sap allowed in the EU?
Momordica Charantia Stem Sap EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Momordica Charantia Stem Sap do in cosmetics?
Momordica Charantia Stem Sap functions as: Skin conditioning (inferred from related M. charantia entries in CosIng). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent plant CAS 93333-80-3 covers M. charantia extracts broadly).
What is the Margin of Safety for Momordica Charantia Stem Sap?
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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