Is Ephedra Sinica Extract safe in cosmetics?
Ephedra Sinica Extract has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: restricted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Ephedra Sinica Extract
INCI: EPHEDRA SINICA EXTRACT
Ephedra Sinica Extract (CAS 84625-37-6) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, tonic. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning, tonic
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
High risk — 21 CFR 119.1 prohibits ephedrine alkaloids in supplements; DEA-regulated precursor chemical; cosmetic use would trigger intense regulatory scrutiny
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ephedra Sinica Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ephedra Sinica Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
natural-origin
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ephedra Sinica Extract allowed in the EU?
Ephedra Sinica Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ephedra Sinica Extract do in cosmetics?
Ephedra Sinica Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84625-37-6.
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