Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
High saponin content may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals at elevated concentrations. Heavy metal testing recommended for wild-harvested material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yucca Root Powder safe in cosmetics?
High saponin content may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals at elevated concentrations. Heavy metal testing recommended for wild-harvested material. The EU classifies Yucca Root Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Yucca Root Powder allowed in the EU?
Yucca Root Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Yucca Root Powder do in cosmetics?
Yucca Root Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, skin protecting, cleansing, surfactant (natural saponins). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90147-57-2 (generic Yucca schidigera).
What is the Margin of Safety for Yucca Root Powder?
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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