Tropaeolum Majus Extract

INCI: TROPAEOLUM MAJUS EXTRACT (MULTIPLE INCI VARIANTS EXIST: FLOWER EXTRACT, FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT, SEED EXTRACT)

CAS Number
84625-49-0
Function
Skin conditioning, hair conditioning — botanical extract from nasturtium (Indian Cress) rich in glucosinolates and benzyl isothiocyanate
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Benzyl isothiocyanate content may cause skin irritation/sensitization in susceptible individuals; source plant part and extraction method significantly affect safety profile; ensure pesiticide and heavy metal testing for plant-derived material

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tropaeolum Majus Extract safe in cosmetics?

Benzyl isothiocyanate content may cause skin irritation/sensitization in susceptible individuals; source plant part and extraction method significantly affect safety profile; ensure pesiticide and heavy metal testing for plant-derived material The EU classifies Tropaeolum Majus Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tropaeolum Majus Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Tropaeolum Majus Extract do in cosmetics?

Tropaeolum Majus Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, hair conditioning — botanical extract from nasturtium (Indian Cress) rich in glucosinolates and benzyl isothiocyanate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84625-49-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Tropaeolum Majus Extract?

adequate 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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