Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU due to cytotoxic and immunostimulatory pokeweed mitogen and phytolaccoside content; permitted in US cosmetics with no specific FDA ban despite documented toxicity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU due to cytotoxic and immunostimulatory pokeweed mitogen and phytolaccoside content; permitted in US cosmetics with no specific FDA ban despite documented toxicity. The EU classifies Phytolacca Decandra Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract allowed in the EU?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phytolacca Decandra Extract do in cosmetics?
Phytolacca Decandra Extract functions as: Pharmacologically active plant extract containing pokeweed mitogen, phytolaccosides, and pokeweed antiviral protein with cytotoxic and immunostimulatory properties. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-78-7 (reported).
What is the Margin of Safety for Phytolacca Decandra Extract?
adequate 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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