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Expert Verdict
Safe and well-tolerated plant extract for topical cosmetic use; rich in flavonoids (epicatechin, gallic acid), vitamin C, and C-glycosylated flavonoids providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory skin benefits; oxalic acid and caramboxin toxicity concerns are oral and renal in nature and not relevant at cosmetic topical concentrations; no CIR review conducted but absence of restrictions across EU CosIng, ECHA, and FDA supports favorable safety profile; suitable for serums, toners, masks, and brightening formulations
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Is Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
Safe and well-tolerated plant extract for topical cosmetic use; rich in flavonoids (epicatechin, gallic acid), vitamin C, and C-glycosylated flavonoids providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory skin benefits; oxalic acid and caramboxin toxicity concerns are oral and renal in nature and not relevant at cosmetic topical concentrations; no CIR review conducted but absence of restrictions across EU CosIng, ECHA, and FDA supports favorable safety profile; suitable for serums, toners, masks, and brightening formulations The EU classifies Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97675-54-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Averrhoa Carambola Fruit 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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