Pycnanthus Angolensis Nut Oil
INCI: PYCNANTHUS ANGOLENSIS NUT OIL (FAMILY: MYRISTICACEAE) [^1_22]
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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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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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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