Is Shark Fin Extract safe in cosmetics?
Shark Fin Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: prohibited.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Shark Fin Extract
INCI: SHARK FIN EXTRACT
Shark Fin Extract (CAS Not assigned) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US 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, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Shark Fin Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Shark Fin Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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