Is Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?
Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract
INCI: OPUNTIA STREPTACANTHA STEM EXTRACT
Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract (CAS Not specifically assigned (genus CAS 90082-21-6 may apply via read-across) [^1_3]) 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 specifically assigned (genus CAS 90082-21-6 may apply via read-across) [^1_3]
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Function
Humectant
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically regulated by FDA; permitted under general cosmetic provisions; no CIR monograph for this species
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract allowed in the EU?
Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract do in cosmetics?
Opuntia Streptacantha Stem Extract functions as: Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (genus CAS 90082-21-6 may apply via read-across) [^1_3].
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