Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

INCI: SPIRANTHES SINENSIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned in CosIng
Function
Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory (contains sinensols A–F, hydroquinone, flavonoids)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted under manufacturer safety responsibility

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Critical: Contains natural hydroquinone — EU Annex II prohibits hydroquinone as a cosmetic ingredient (entry 1339) except in oxidative hair dyes. If hydroquinone content in the extract is significant, this creates a regulatory compliance issue. Phenolic profile should be fully characterized. Also contains rotenolone, which has insecticidal properties

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?

Critical: Contains natural hydroquinone — EU Annex II prohibits hydroquinone as a cosmetic ingredient (entry 1339) except in oxidative hair dyes. If hydroquinone content in the extract is significant, this creates a regulatory compliance issue. Phenolic profile should be fully characterized. Also contains rotenolone, which has insecticidal properties The EU classifies Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?

Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?

Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory (contains sinensols A–F, hydroquinone, flavonoids). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in CosIng.

What is the Margin of Safety for Spiranthes Sinensis Flower/Leaf/Stem 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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