Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No CIR or SCCS safety review; limited in-use history in cosmetics; root material may contain tannins at variable concentrations; no specific allergenicity testing published; arbutin content should be characterized and quantified.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Erica Arborea Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
No CIR or SCCS safety review; limited in-use history in cosmetics; root material may contain tannins at variable concentrations; no specific allergenicity testing published; arbutin content should be characterized and quantified. The EU classifies Erica Arborea Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Erica Arborea Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Erica Arborea Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Erica Arborea Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Erica Arborea Root Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-23-8 (Erica arborea extract, CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Erica Arborea Root 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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