Citrus Unshiu Extract

INCI: CITRUS UNSHIU EXTRACT

CAS Number
Melaslow™
Function
Skin-Conditioning Agent — Miscellaneous; also reported as Antioxidant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Protectant, Skin Brightening
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: No restrictions. GRAS source material. Citrus Unshiu species extensively used in Japanese/Korean cosmetics. FDA UNII: JU3D414057

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Citrus Unshiu Extract is a well-tolerated antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient with excellent safety profile, low absorption, and minimal sensitization potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citrus Unshiu Extract safe in cosmetics?

Citrus Unshiu Extract is a well-tolerated antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient with excellent safety profile, low absorption, and minimal sensitization potential. The EU classifies Citrus Unshiu Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Citrus Unshiu Extract allowed in the EU?

Citrus Unshiu Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Citrus Unshiu Extract do in cosmetics?

Citrus Unshiu Extract functions as: Skin-Conditioning Agent — Miscellaneous; also reported as Antioxidant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Protectant, Skin Brightening. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Melaslow™.

What is the Margin of Safety for Citrus Unshiu 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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