Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder

INCI: SAPONARIA OFFICINALIS LEAF/ROOT/STEM POWDER

CAS Number

Not specifically assigned (whole-plant powder)

Function

Skin Conditioning, Cleansing (physical/surfactant from saponins)

Safety Rating

MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted

🇺🇸 US Status permitted

US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)

adequate

Dermal Absorption

negligible

Sensitization

moderate

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation risk in powder form; saponin-mediated irritation; particle size control important for safety

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation risk in powder form; saponin-mediated irritation; particle size control important for safety The EU classifies Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder allowed in the EU?

Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder do in cosmetics?

Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder functions as: Skin Conditioning, Cleansing (physical/surfactant from saponins). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (whole-plant powder).

What is the Margin of Safety for Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root/Stem Powder?

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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