Restricted/Prohibited
WILD BOAR OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Wild boar visceral and back-fat oil — restricted under EU Annex II entry 419 because Animal By-Product Regulation 1069/2009 puts wild specimens in higher-risk categories. A high-regulatory-risk ingredient in EU.
Function
Skin benefits
- Animal fatty acid profile
- Traditional folk-cosmetic use
- Possible occlusive emollient action
Known concerns
- EU Annex II entry 419 prohibits Category 1/2 animal-by-product material
- Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 ABP Category 1 risk for wild specimens
- Trichinella and pathogen carriage in untreated wild boar tissue
- Ethical and welfare concerns
- Not vegetarian/vegan; allergen and zoonotic risk
References
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.