Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract

INCI: CHIMAPHILA UMBELLATA LEAF EXTRACT

CAS Number
89997-56-8
Function
Skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific FDA restrictions for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Arbutin content may release hydroquinone; hydroquinone is restricted in EU cosmetics above certain thresholds; arbutin levels must be quantified; SCCS opinion limits ฮฑ-arbutin to 2% in face creams.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Arbutin content may release hydroquinone; hydroquinone is restricted in EU cosmetics above certain thresholds; arbutin levels must be quantified; SCCS opinion limits ฮฑ-arbutin to 2% in face creams. The EU classifies Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89997-56-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Chimaphila Umbellata 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.

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