Is Sponge Extract safe in cosmetics?
Sponge Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Sponge Extract
INCI: SPONGE EXTRACT (DISTINCT INCI ENTRY FROM SPONGE AND HYDROLYZED SPONGE)
Sponge Extract (CAS Not specifically assigned; related entries include Hydrolyzed Sponge (CosIng Ref 56602)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning. 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; related entries include Hydrolyzed Sponge (CosIng Ref 56602)
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Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically regulated; permitted under general provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Sponge Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Sponge Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sponge Extract allowed in the EU?
Sponge Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sponge Extract do in cosmetics?
Sponge Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned; related entries include Hydrolyzed Sponge (CosIng Ref 56602).
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