Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract

INCI: SORGHUM VULGARE SEED/SKIN/STALK EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Skin conditioning, colorant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated; note "Sorghum vulgare" is a synonym for *Sorghum bicolor*

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

โš  Contains seed, skin, AND stalk material โ€” composite extracts have higher batch variability. Same dhurrin consideration applies to the stalk portion. Strong natural pigment โ€” formulation staining risk. Verify colorant regulatory status if marketed in jurisdictions where cosmetic colorants require specific approval (e.g., FDA color additive rules)

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract colorant natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract safe in cosmetics?

โš  Contains seed, skin, AND stalk material โ€” composite extracts have higher batch variability. Same dhurrin consideration applies to the stalk portion. Strong natural pigment โ€” formulation staining risk. Verify colorant regulatory status if marketed in jurisdictions where cosmetic colorants require specific approval (e.g., FDA color additive rules) The EU classifies Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract allowed in the EU?

Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract do in cosmetics?

Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sorghum Vulgare Seed/Skin/Stalk 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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