Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract

INCI: AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM BARK EXTRACT

CAS Number
8053-39-2
Function
Skin Conditioning, Astringent, Anti-inflammatory
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; CIR has reviewed Aesculus hippocastanum-derived ingredients

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
high
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Cosmetic-grade extract should be purified to remove esculin (toxic coumarin present in unprocessed material); avoid high concentrations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?

Cosmetic-grade extract should be purified to remove esculin (toxic coumarin present in unprocessed material); avoid high concentrations. The EU classifies Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract allowed in the EU?

Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract do in cosmetics?

Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Astringent, Anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8053-39-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Aesculus Hippocastanum Bark Extract?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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