Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica)

INCI: PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA EXTRACT

CAS Number
90028-28-7
Function
Skin conditioning, anti-aging, antioxidant, lightening/whitening agent, soothing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no FDA restriction; widely used in brightening formulations

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ensure extract is standardized for active content (gallic acid, emblicanin A/B). Sourcing quality varies significantly. Merck's patented Emblica® product is a well-characterized commercial grade.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) safe in cosmetics?

Ensure extract is standardized for active content (gallic acid, emblicanin A/B). Sourcing quality varies significantly. Merck's patented Emblica® product is a well-characterized commercial grade. The EU classifies Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) allowed in the EU?

Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) do in cosmetics?

Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica) functions as: Skin conditioning, anti-aging, antioxidant, lightening/whitening agent, soothing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-28-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Emblica Extract (Phyllanthus Emblica)?

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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