Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Toxic lupine alkaloid with cardiotoxic and oxytocic effects; prohibited in EU cosmetics and effectively banned in US as a drug substance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sparteine safe in cosmetics?
Toxic lupine alkaloid with cardiotoxic and oxytocic effects; prohibited in EU cosmetics and effectively banned in US as a drug substance. The EU classifies Sparteine as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sparteine allowed in the EU?
Sparteine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sparteine do in cosmetics?
Sparteine functions as: Pharmacologically active alkaloid. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90-39-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sparteine?
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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