UMBILICAL CORD CELL EXTRACT
Conditioning Agent
Avoid
About UMBILICAL CORD CELL EXTRACT
Bovine umbilical cord cell extract is an animal-derived ingredient that raises serious regulatory concerns under EU Annex II entry 419 and Regulation 1069/2009, which prohibits Category 1 and 2 animal by-products.
Detailed Analysis
Umbilical Cord Cell Extract derived from bovine sources faces prohibition under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II entry 419, which bans Category 1 and 2 materials as defined by Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009. Bovine umbilical cord likely falls under the category of specified risk material. This ingredient cannot be legally used in cosmetic products placed on the EU market without explicit regulatory clearance or documented exemption.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Contains growth factors and cytokines theoretically beneficial for skin
- ✓ Traditional use in anti-aging skincare where regulatory compliant
Known Concerns
- ⚠ EU Annex II entry 419 prohibition for Category 1/2 animal by-products
- ⚠ Bovine-derived material subject to Regulation 1069/2009
- ⚠ Possible BSE/TSE transmission risk concerns
- ⚠ Not permitted in EU market cosmetics without exemption
Safety Score
Avoid
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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