Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract

INCI: SESAMUM INDICUM SEED EXTRACT (COSING REF NO. 58500; EINECS 232-370-6) [^1_7][^1_8]

CAS Number
8008-74-0 [^1_7]
Function
Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting [^1_9]
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR Expert Panel concluded safe in present practices of use [^1_1]

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Sesame allergen; monitor extraction solvent residues; shared CAS with sesame oil โ€” ensure specification clarity [^1_7]

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?

Sesame allergen; monitor extraction solvent residues; shared CAS with sesame oil โ€” ensure specification clarity [^1_7] The EU classifies Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract allowed in the EU?

Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract do in cosmetics?

Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting [^1_9]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8008-74-0 [^1_7].

What is the Margin of Safety for Sesamum Indicum Seed 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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