Orchid Extract

INCI: ORCHIS MASCULA EXTRACT

CAS Number
91770-44-4 (Orchis Morio)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific CIR safety review; generally regarded as safe botanical at typical cosmetic use levels

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

CITES compliance is critical โ€” all Orchidaceae are CITES Appendix II; must verify sourcing documentation and Nagoya Protocol compliance for EU market.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orchid Extract safe in cosmetics?

CITES compliance is critical โ€” all Orchidaceae are CITES Appendix II; must verify sourcing documentation and Nagoya Protocol compliance for EU market. The EU classifies Orchid Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Orchid Extract allowed in the EU?

Orchid Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Orchid Extract do in cosmetics?

Orchid Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91770-44-4 (Orchis Morio).

What is the Margin of Safety for Orchid 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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