Is Kalahari Melon Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Kalahari Melon Seed Oil has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Emollient
Kalahari Melon Seed Oil
INCI: KALAHARI MELON SEED OIL
Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (CAS 90244-99-8) is a cosmetic emollient functioning as Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 10%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
10%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific restrictions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Kalahari Melon Seed Oil.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
4 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "luxury", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "85", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "160", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "120", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "200", "supply_chain_volatility": "high", "primary_source_region": "South Africa", "synthetic_vs_natural_cost_ratio": "3.5", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "25", "seasonal_price_variation": "medium", "commodity_or_specialty": "…
hair_care
{"hair_function": "moisturizing", "hair_type_suitability": "fine/medium", "curl_pattern_suitability": "all", "porosity_suitability": "all", "protein_sensitivity": "moisture", "moisture_protein_balance": "yes", "cg_method_approved": "not-a-silicone", "silicone_type": "not-a-sulfate", "sulfate_type": "no", "drying_alcohol": "no", "fatty_alcohol": "yes", "heat_protectant": "yes", "color_safe": "neutr…
ph_stability
{"optimal_ph_min": "4.0", "optimal_ph_max": "8.0", "stable_ph_min": "3.5", "stable_ph_max": "9.0", "ph_dependent_function": "Lightweight omega-6 rich oil", "formulation_note": "Non-comedogenic", "source": "Formulation literature"}
skin_suitability
{"oily_skin": "acceptable", "dry_skin": "recommended", "sensitive_skin": "acceptable", "combination_skin": "acceptable", "normal_skin": "recommended", "acne_prone": "acceptable", "rosacea": "acceptable", "eczema": "acceptable", "hyperpigmentation": "acceptable", "aging_mature": "acceptable", "dehydrated": "recommended", "skin_benefit_primary": "hydrating", "skin_benefit_secondary": "lightweight", …
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Flavouring and nutrient
Humectant
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Kalahari Melon Seed Oil.
Regulatory Flags
Allergen
Chemical Function
Humectant
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Flavouring and nutrient
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kalahari Melon Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Kalahari Melon Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 10%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Kalahari Melon Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Kalahari Melon Seed Oil functions as: Emollient. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 90244-99-8.
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