Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract

INCI: GAULTHERIA PROCUMBENS LEAF EXTRACT

CAS Number
90045-28-6
Function
Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€“ methyl salicylate regulated under OTC drug monographs if analgesic claims are made

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Methyl salicylate content can reach approximately 98% in extract; restricted in EU due to toxicity concerns at high concentrations, but permitted in US under OTC monograph restrictions when analgesic claims are not made.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract fragrance-component fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Methyl salicylate content can reach approximately 98% in extract; restricted in EU due to toxicity concerns at high concentrations, but permitted in US under OTC monograph restrictions when analgesic claims are not made. The EU classifies Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract functions as: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90045-28-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf 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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