Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potent biological activity at high concentrations; cosmetic use levels are orders of magnitude below pharmacological thresholds. Purity specification should confirm absence of co-extracted contaminants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Betulinic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Potent biological activity at high concentrations; cosmetic use levels are orders of magnitude below pharmacological thresholds. Purity specification should confirm absence of co-extracted contaminants. The EU classifies Betulinic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Betulinic Acid allowed in the EU?
Betulinic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Betulinic Acid do in cosmetics?
Betulinic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning; anti-inflammatory properties. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 472-15-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Betulinic Acid?
adequate 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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