Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract

INCI: PFAFFIA GLOMERATA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not widely assigned in major databases
Function
Skin conditioning; contains β-ecdysone with antioxidant, wound-healing, and skin-regenerating properties
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Data-limited ingredient containing ecdysteroids (β-ecdysone) with hormone-mimetic properties in insects; not considered estrogenic in humans but hormonal activity profile warrants caution due to very limited published cosmetic toxicology data.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Data-limited ingredient containing ecdysteroids (β-ecdysone) with hormone-mimetic properties in insects; not considered estrogenic in humans but hormonal activity profile warrants caution due to very limited published cosmetic toxicology data. The EU classifies Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Pfaffia Glomerata Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; contains β-ecdysone with antioxidant, wound-healing, and skin-regenerating properties. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned in major databases.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pfaffia Glomerata Root 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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