Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract

INCI: GUAZUMA ULMIFOLIA EXTRACT

CAS Number
Botanical — no single CAS (plant: *Guazuma ulmifolia* Lam., Malvaceae)
Function
Skin protecting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No formal CIR or SCCS review. Botanical variability including extraction solvent, plant part, and geographical origin affects composition. Specification sheet must define solvent system, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbial limits. Tannin-rich extracts may cause mild astringency or irritation at high concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract safe in cosmetics?

No formal CIR or SCCS review. Botanical variability including extraction solvent, plant part, and geographical origin affects composition. Specification sheet must define solvent system, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbial limits. Tannin-rich extracts may cause mild astringency or irritation at high concentrations. The EU classifies Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract allowed in the EU?

Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract do in cosmetics?

Guazuma Ulmifolia Extract functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Botanical — no single CAS (plant: *Guazuma ulmifolia* Lam., Malvaceae).

What is the Margin of Safety for Guazuma Ulmifolia 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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