Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract
INCI: AILANTHUS ALTISSIMA BARK EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains quassinoids (notably ailanthone) with documented anti-proliferative, anti-inflammatory, and cytotoxic bioactivity — concentration control is critical. Tree sap is a known skin irritant. Formulators should ensure extract is purified and used at low concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains quassinoids (notably ailanthone) with documented anti-proliferative, anti-inflammatory, and cytotoxic bioactivity — concentration control is critical. Tree sap is a known skin irritant. Formulators should ensure extract is purified and used at low concentrations. The EU classifies Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract allowed in the EU?
Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract do in cosmetics?
Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90131-67-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ailanthus Altissima Bark Extract?
not established 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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