Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract
INCI: JUNIPERUS CHINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited standalone safety data. Essential oil components from Juniperus species may include sensitizing terpenes. Evaluate for allergen content if fragrant. Derived from leaves of Chinese Juniper (Juniperus chinensis, Cupressaceae). Less studied than the xylem extract variant. Likely contains flavonoids, terpenoids, and phenolic compounds characteristic of juniper leaves. Limited commercial data available - verify supplier specifications carefully
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Limited standalone safety data. Essential oil components from Juniperus species may include sensitizing terpenes. Evaluate for allergen content if fragrant. Derived from leaves of Chinese Juniper (Juniperus chinensis, Cupressaceae). Less studied than the xylem extract variant. Likely contains flavonoids, terpenoids, and phenolic compounds characteristic of juniper leaves. Limited commercial data available - verify supplier specifications carefully The EU classifies Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Juniperus Chinensis Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning (by analogy with xylem extract from the same species). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91722-60-0 (shared CAS for Juniperus chinensis extracts broadly; same as xylem extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Juniperus Chinensis Leaf 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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