Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder

INCI: EUGENIA UNIFLORA LEAF POWDER

CAS Number
Not assigned (botanical raw material)
Function
Abrasive — removes dental plaque or dirt from skin surface through grinding/polishing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific 21 CFR restriction; general cosmetic ingredient under FD&C Act

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

In vivo toxicity study (2000 mg/kg single; 250–1000 mg/kg/day × 28 days) showed no toxicity or genotoxicity; micronucleus assay negative. Phenolic compounds (gallic acid, ellagic acid, myricitrin) predominate. Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier. Particle-size specification needed for inhalation risk in powdered forms.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder safe in cosmetics?

In vivo toxicity study (2000 mg/kg single; 250–1000 mg/kg/day × 28 days) showed no toxicity or genotoxicity; micronucleus assay negative. Phenolic compounds (gallic acid, ellagic acid, myricitrin) predominate. Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier. Particle-size specification needed for inhalation risk in powdered forms. The EU classifies Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder allowed in the EU?

Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder do in cosmetics?

Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder functions as: Abrasive — removes dental plaque or dirt from skin surface through grinding/polishing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (botanical raw material).

What is the Margin of Safety for Eugenia Uniflora Leaf Powder?

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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