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Banned Ingredient

SPINAL CORD LIPIDS

Updated
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Lipids from animal spinal cord. Banned in EU cosmetics under Annex II/419 due to BSE/TSE prion risk — spinal cord is Category 1 specified risk material. Should not appear in any compliant EU product.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic use case in EU

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II entry 419 prohibits Category 1 specified risk material
  • BSE/TSE prion transmission risk
  • Animal-by-product regulation Reg 1069/2009 violations
  • No modern cosmetic supplier should source this

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.