Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Higher irritant potential in crude form compared to U. dioica; ensure extraction process removes stinging compounds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Urtica Urens Extract safe in cosmetics?
Higher irritant potential in crude form compared to U. dioica; ensure extraction process removes stinging compounds. The EU classifies Urtica Urens Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Urtica Urens Extract allowed in the EU?
Urtica Urens Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Urtica Urens Extract do in cosmetics?
Urtica Urens Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90131-83-2 (assigned to the leaf extract; whole-plant extract shares the same CAS in most databases).
What is the Margin of Safety for Urtica Urens 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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