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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
🔴 Critical: SDS lists R62 (possible risk of impaired fertility) and R63 (possible risk of harm to unborn child) for the concentrated extract. Described as "toxic" with "pharmaceutically active ingredient" . At cosmetic-use levels likely safe, but requires rigorous supplier documentation, concentration limits, and consideration for products targeting pregnant consumers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smilax Glabra Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
🔴 Critical: SDS lists R62 (possible risk of impaired fertility) and R63 (possible risk of harm to unborn child) for the concentrated extract. Described as "toxic" with "pharmaceutically active ingredient" . At cosmetic-use levels likely safe, but requires rigorous supplier documentation, concentration limits, and consideration for products targeting pregnant consumers. The EU classifies Smilax Glabra Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Smilax Glabra Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Smilax Glabra Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Smilax Glabra Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Smilax Glabra Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in major databases (species-specific CAS absent in CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Smilax Glabra Root 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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