Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract

INCI: CAMELLIA JAPONICA LEAF EXTRACT

CAS Number
84776-88-9 (general Camellia japonica extract)
Function
Skin conditioning; antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - botanical extract, not prohibited or restricted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Generally well-tolerated. No significant safety flags in literature. As with any botanical, potential for individual allergic sensitization exists but is rare. Rich in polyphenols and catechins. Demonstrates SOD-like (superoxide dismutase) antioxidative activity, supporting anti-aging claims. Extracted from the leaves of Camellia japonica, a species long revered in Japanese skincare

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Generally well-tolerated. No significant safety flags in literature. As with any botanical, potential for individual allergic sensitization exists but is rare. Rich in polyphenols and catechins. Demonstrates SOD-like (superoxide dismutase) antioxidative activity, supporting anti-aging claims. Extracted from the leaves of Camellia japonica, a species long revered in Japanese skincare The EU classifies Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84776-88-9 (general Camellia japonica extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Camellia Japonica (Japanese Camellia) Leaf Extract?

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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