Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract

INCI: AILANTHUS ALTISSIMA BARK/ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not separately assigned (related to 90131-67-0)
Function
Antioxidant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning – Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no FDA restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Quassinoid and ailanthone concerns similar to bark-only extract; root portions may contain higher concentrations of bioactive alkaloids. Broader function set suggests use at higher levels — verify batch ailanthone content.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Quassinoid and ailanthone concerns similar to bark-only extract; root portions may contain higher concentrations of bioactive alkaloids. Broader function set suggests use at higher levels — verify batch ailanthone content. The EU classifies Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning – Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not separately assigned (related to 90131-67-0).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ailanthus Altissima Bark/Root 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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