Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil

INCI: PYCNANTHUS ANGOLENSIS NUT OIL (FAMILY: MYRISTICACEAE) [^1_22]

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (botanical oil; sometimes referenced under general plant oil CAS groupings)
Function
Skin conditioning — emollient [^1_22]
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; plant-derived fatty acid oils assessed by CIR for cosmetic safety [^1_23]

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Standard botanical sourcing considerations (contaminant testing, pesticide residues); relatively rare ingredient — limited independent toxicological data compared to mainstream oils [^1_22]

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil safe in cosmetics?

Standard botanical sourcing considerations (contaminant testing, pesticide residues); relatively rare ingredient — limited independent toxicological data compared to mainstream oils [^1_22] The EU classifies Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil allowed in the EU?

Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil do in cosmetics?

Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient [^1_22]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (botanical oil; sometimes referenced under general plant oil CAS groupings).

What is the Margin of Safety for Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil?

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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