Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract

INCI: BOSWELLIA SERRATA RESIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
97952-72-2
Function
Skin Conditioning, Anti-inflammatory
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction; no dedicated CIR monograph. Most-studied Boswellia cosmetic form

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

AKBA (acetyl-11-keto-ฮฒ-boswellic acid) concentration varies widely (3โ€“30%) depending on supplier standardisation. Request CoA with AKBA titration and pesticide residue testing.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract safe in cosmetics?

AKBA (acetyl-11-keto-ฮฒ-boswellic acid) concentration varies widely (3โ€“30%) depending on supplier standardisation. Request CoA with AKBA titration and pesticide residue testing. The EU classifies Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract allowed in the EU?

Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract do in cosmetics?

Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97952-72-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract?

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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