Butea Superba Root Powder

INCI: BUTEA SUPERBA ROOT POWDER

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin conditioning, abrasive/bulking (depending on formulation)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Lower risk than root extract but same underlying concerns. Particle size distribution needed (inhalation risk if < 10 µm). Heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbial testing required. Endocrine activity justification still needed but can reference lower bioavailability vs. extract.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butea Superba Root Powder safe in cosmetics?

Lower risk than root extract but same underlying concerns. Particle size distribution needed (inhalation risk if < 10 µm). Heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbial testing required. Endocrine activity justification still needed but can reference lower bioavailability vs. extract. The EU classifies Butea Superba Root Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Butea Superba Root Powder allowed in the EU?

Butea Superba Root Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Butea Superba Root Powder do in cosmetics?

Butea Superba Root Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, abrasive/bulking (depending on formulation). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Butea Superba Root Powder?

not established 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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