Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract

INCI: COMMIPHORA WIGHTII RESIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
93165-11-8
Function
Skin protecting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA. Guggul preparations have GRAS status for dietary supplement use; cosmetic use requires standard safety substantiation.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Guggulsterones (bioactive components) have pharmacological activity (anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering) โ€” cosmetic claims must not veer into medicinal territory. Endangered species concern: C. wightii is IUCN listed; sustainable sourcing documentation required for COSMOS/ECOCERT compliance. Ensure extraction solvent residues meet limits.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract safe in cosmetics?

Guggulsterones (bioactive components) have pharmacological activity (anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering) โ€” cosmetic claims must not veer into medicinal territory. Endangered species concern: C. wightii is IUCN listed; sustainable sourcing documentation required for COSMOS/ECOCERT compliance. Ensure extraction solvent residues meet limits. The EU classifies Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract allowed in the EU?

Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract do in cosmetics?

Commiphora Wightii Resin Extract functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93165-11-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Commiphora Wightii Resin 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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