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AGAVE AMERICANA LEAF POWDER

CAS 85186-53-4
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

American agave leaf powder — a fibrous succulent powder with mild exfoliating and conditioning use. Fresh sap is known to be irritating.

Agave americana leaf powder (CAS 85186-53-4) is milled dried leaf of the century plant. Dried leaves are largely inert fibrous material with mucilage and polysaccharides, but the fresh sap contains calcium oxalate crystals and saponins that can cause contact irritation and even dermatitis in raw form. Proper drying and milling reduces but does not eliminate these risks. EU CosIng lists the ingredient for skin-conditioning function; no Annex II restriction, but caution is warranted at high concentrations and in sensitive users.

Skin benefits

  • Contains mucilage and polysaccharides
  • Fibrous, can act as natural exfoliant
  • Traditional cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Raw agave sap contains calcium oxalate — can irritate
  • Saponins may sting eyes
  • Limited modern cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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