Sphagnum Extract

INCI: SPHAGNUM MAGELLANICUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (botanical extract, various species e.g. *Sphagnum magellanicum*)
Function
Skin conditioning, humectant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Niche botanical ingredient with minimal formal toxicological or clinical data; safety assessor must generate adequate Annex I documentation.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sphagnum Extract safe in cosmetics?

Niche botanical ingredient with minimal formal toxicological or clinical data; safety assessor must generate adequate Annex I documentation. The EU classifies Sphagnum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sphagnum Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sphagnum Extract do in cosmetics?

Sphagnum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (botanical extract, various species e.g. *Sphagnum magellanicum*).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sphagnum 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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