Is Eel Extract safe in cosmetics?
Eel Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Eel Extract
INCI: EEL EXTRACT
Eel Extract (CAS Not established (distinct from Eel Skin Mucus Extract, which has a separate CosIng entry)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not established (distinct from Eel Skin Mucus Extract, which has a separate CosIng entry)
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Function
Humectant
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no CFR restriction; no CIR monograph
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Eel Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Eel Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eel Extract allowed in the EU?
Eel Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Eel Extract do in cosmetics?
Eel Extract functions as: Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not established (distinct from Eel Skin Mucus Extract, which has a separate CosIng entry).
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