Urtica Dioica Extract

INCI: URTICA DIOICA EXTRACT

CAS Number
84012-40-8
Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no FDA restriction; not a color additive; manufacturer responsibility under MoCRA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains histamine and formic acid in raw form; commercial cosmetic-grade extracts are processed to minimize irritants.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urtica Dioica Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains histamine and formic acid in raw form; commercial cosmetic-grade extracts are processed to minimize irritants. The EU classifies Urtica Dioica Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Urtica Dioica Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Urtica Dioica Extract do in cosmetics?

Urtica Dioica Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-40-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Urtica Dioica 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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