Is Pyrethrum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Pyrethrum Extract has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: prohibited.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Pyrethrum Extract
INCI: PYRETHRUM EXTRACT
Pyrethrum Extract (CAS 8003-34-7 (also 89997-63-7 for refined extract)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Biocidal/pesticidal active substance. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
8003-34-7 (also 89997-63-7 for refined extract)
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Function
Biocidal/pesticidal active substance
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
prohibited
US Notes
Not specifically banned by FDA for cosmetics, but regulated as a pesticide under EPA; no legitimate cosmetic use pathway
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Pyrethrum Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Pyrethrum Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pyrethrum Extract allowed in the EU?
Pyrethrum Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pyrethrum Extract do in cosmetics?
Pyrethrum Extract functions as: Biocidal/pesticidal active substance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8003-34-7 (also 89997-63-7 for refined extract).
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