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Is Carthamus Tinctorius Extract vegetarian?

Carthamus Tinctorius Extract

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Carthamus Tinctorius Extract is derived from the whole plant of safflower (Carthamus tinctorius), a member of the Asteraceae family, historically cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and used in cosmetics as a plant extract.

Also known as Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Extract, Safflower Extract
INCI name Carthamus Tinctorius Extract
CAS number 223749-52-8
EC number 607-037-7
CosIng ID 95541
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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