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TAGETES PATULA FLOWER EXTRACT

CAS 91722-29-1
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

French marigold (Tagetes patula) extract. Contains thiophenes that are UV-activated phototoxins. The SCCS sets very tight cosmetic limits (0.01% leave-on), so we flag it red as a default risk signal.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Bright orange-yellow color and warm aroma
  • Lutein and carotenoid antioxidants
  • Natural insect-repellent activity

Known concerns

  • Alpha-terthienyl and other thiophenes are potent UV-activated phototoxins
  • SCCS opinion (2019) restricts Tagetes patula extract to 0.01% in leave-on, 0.1% rinse-off
  • IARC has not classified but EFSA flagged for food
  • Strong sensitizer profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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