Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Source authenticity important — Boswellia carterii (syn. B. sacra) is frequently adulterated with B. papyrifera or B. frereana. Verify identity by GC-MS profiling for boswellic acid ratios. Potential herb-drug interactions via CYP enzyme induction noted in pharmacological studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boswellia Carterii Gum safe in cosmetics?
Source authenticity important — Boswellia carterii (syn. B. sacra) is frequently adulterated with B. papyrifera or B. frereana. Verify identity by GC-MS profiling for boswellic acid ratios. Potential herb-drug interactions via CYP enzyme induction noted in pharmacological studies. The EU classifies Boswellia Carterii Gum as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Boswellia Carterii Gum allowed in the EU?
Boswellia Carterii Gum EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Boswellia Carterii Gum do in cosmetics?
Boswellia Carterii Gum functions as: Fragrance ingredient, skin conditioning agent, film forming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89957-98-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Boswellia Carterii Gum?
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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