Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract

INCI: POLYGONUM FAGOPYRUM SPROUT EXTRACT

CAS Number
89958-09-8 (shared species CAS)
Function
Skin conditioning; antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific restriction; permitted under general cosmetic provisions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Sprout extract contains fagopyrin with phototoxic potential; buckwheat allergen risk present; fagopyrin quantification and phototoxicity testing recommended in safety documentation.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract safe in cosmetics?

Sprout extract contains fagopyrin with phototoxic potential; buckwheat allergen risk present; fagopyrin quantification and phototoxicity testing recommended in safety documentation. The EU classifies Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract do in cosmetics?

Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89958-09-8 (shared species CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polygonum Fagopyrum Sprout 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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