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Antimicrobial

PYRETHRINS

CAS 8003-34-7 Updated
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

A pesticide derived from chrysanthemum used in head-lice and scabies products. Not appropriate for general cosmetics — sensitizer, toxic to aquatic life, and pesticide-classified.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Insecticidal in OTC pediculicides

Known concerns

  • Pesticide class — not for general cosmetics
  • Skin sensitizer
  • Aquatic toxicity
  • Neurotoxic at high exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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