Shark Fin Extract

INCI: SHARK FIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status prohibited
US Notes Not specifically restricted as cosmetic ingredient; however, shark fin trade is banned in multiple US states

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

🔴 Major ethical/sustainability concern — shark populations critically endangered ; potential heavy metal bioaccumulation (mercury); banned trade in many jurisdictions; CITES considerations; strong consumer backlash risk

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shark Fin Extract safe in cosmetics?

🔴 Major ethical/sustainability concern — shark populations critically endangered ; potential heavy metal bioaccumulation (mercury); banned trade in many jurisdictions; CITES considerations; strong consumer backlash risk The EU classifies Shark Fin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Shark Fin Extract allowed in the EU?

Shark Fin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Shark Fin Extract do in cosmetics?

Shark Fin Extract functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Shark Fin 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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