Indian Gooseberry Extract

INCI: PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA FRUIT EXTRACT

CAS Number
90028-28-7
Function
Antioxidant, skin conditioning, astringent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no FDA restriction; widely used in Ayurvedic-derived cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No formal CIR or SCCS safety assessment; tannin content may cause irritation at high concentrations; ensure gallic acid levels are characterized for stability

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indian Gooseberry Extract safe in cosmetics?

No formal CIR or SCCS safety assessment; tannin content may cause irritation at high concentrations; ensure gallic acid levels are characterized for stability The EU classifies Indian Gooseberry Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Indian Gooseberry Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Indian Gooseberry Extract do in cosmetics?

Indian Gooseberry Extract functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning, astringent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-28-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Indian Gooseberry 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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