Is Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract
INCI: BERBERIS VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract (CAS 84649-92-3 / 8054-40-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically regulated; berberine is not FDA-approved as a drug ingredient
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Biocide
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84649-92-3 / 8054-40-8.
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