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Imperatorin (9-(3-methylbut-2-enyloxy)furo[3,2-g]chromen-7-one)

CAS 482-44-0 Updated
10

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Imperatorin — a furocoumarin from Angelica and related plants. Banned in EU cosmetics under Annex II because furocoumarins are strong photosensitizers (phototoxic with UV).

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived (Angelica/Heracleum), historical use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned in cosmetics
  • Furocoumarin — strong photosensitizer
  • Phototoxic and potentially genotoxic with UV
  • CYP3A4 inhibitor on systemic exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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