Is Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?
Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
MODERATE
Cosmetic Ingredient
Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract
INCI: BERBERIS VULGARIS STEM EXTRACT
Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract (CAS 84649-92-3 (generic *Berberis vulgaris* extract)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial, skin conditioning (anti-inflammatory, antibacterial via. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
84649-92-3 (generic *Berberis vulgaris* extract)
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Function
Antimicrobial, skin conditioning (anti-inflammatory, antibacterial via berberine alkaloids)
Editorial assessment
MODERATE
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA monograph; permitted as cosmetic ingredient under FDCA §201(i); requires MoCRA product listing
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract allowed in the EU?
Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract do in cosmetics?
Berberis Vulgaris Stem Extract functions as: Antimicrobial, skin conditioning (anti-inflammatory, antibacterial via berberine alkaloids). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84649-92-3 (generic *Berberis vulgaris* extract).
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