Is Cucurbitaceae Extract safe in cosmetics?
Cucurbitaceae Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cucurbitaceae Extract
INCI: CUCURBITACEAE EXTRACT (FAMILY-LEVEL INCI; SPECIFIC SPECIES-LEVEL INCIS ARE PREFERRED IN PRACTICE)
Cucurbitaceae Extract (CAS Not specifically assigned - this is a family-level designation covering the gourd/cucurbit family) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning (general). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned - this is a family-level designation covering the gourd/cucurbit family
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Function
Skin conditioning (general)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - no specific prohibition; regulatory compliance depends on the exact species used
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cucurbitaceae Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cucurbitaceae Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cucurbitaceae Extract allowed in the EU?
Cucurbitaceae Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cucurbitaceae Extract do in cosmetics?
Cucurbitaceae Extract functions as: Skin conditioning (general). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned - this is a family-level designation covering the gourd/cucurbit family.
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