Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract

INCI: EMPETRUM NIGRUM FLOWER/FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (whole-plant extract)
Function
Antioxidant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Multi-part botanical extract with broader phytochemical profile than single-part extracts; contains flavonols, anthocyanins, and proanthocyanidins with UVB-protective properties; pesticide residue and heavy metal testing mandatory for wild-harvested material.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Multi-part botanical extract with broader phytochemical profile than single-part extracts; contains flavonols, anthocyanins, and proanthocyanidins with UVB-protective properties; pesticide residue and heavy metal testing mandatory for wild-harvested material. The EU classifies Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (whole-plant extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Empetrum Nigrum Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract?

not established 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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