Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
INCI: CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 20000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Special Toxicology Study | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 20000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Special Toxicology Study | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (green tea extract) contains catechins (EGCG, EGC, ECG, EC) with ROS-scavenging and anti-inflammatory activity. Well-tolerated across sensitive and rosacea-prone skin populations with topical bioavailability sufficient for surface antioxidant protection at cosmetic concentrations. Unrestricted in EU and US.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (green tea extract) contains catechins (EGCG, EGC, ECG, EC) with ROS-scavenging and anti-inflammatory activity. Well-tolerated across sensitive and rosacea-prone skin populations with topical bioavailability sufficient for surface antioxidant protection at cosmetic concentrations. Unrestricted in EU and US. The EU classifies Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Skin conditioning, Anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84650-60-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Camellia Sinensis Leaf 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.
What is the NOAEL for Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is 20000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Special Toxicology Study study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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