Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract

INCI: LONICERA JAPONICA FLOWER EXTRACT

CAS Number
223749-79-9
Function
Antimicrobial, preservative (natural), skin conditioning, soothing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted; widely used in US market formulations

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Generally considered safe. Controversy exists around its preservative use - it naturally contains para-hydroxybenzoic acid (a paraben precursor), leading to debate about whether "paraben-free" claims are fully accurate when this ingredient is present. Some individuals may show sensitivity. Extracted from Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) flowers; rich in chlorogenic acid (primary bioactive polyphenol); provides dual function as a soothing anti-inflammatory and a natural broad-spectrum ...

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract preservative natural-origin fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract safe in cosmetics?

Generally considered safe. Controversy exists around its preservative use - it naturally contains para-hydroxybenzoic acid (a paraben precursor), leading to debate about whether "paraben-free" claims are fully accurate when this ingredient is present. Some individuals may show sensitivity. Extracted from Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) flowers; rich in chlorogenic acid (primary bioactive polyphenol); provides dual function as a soothing anti-inflammatory and a natural broad-spectrum ... The EU classifies Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract allowed in the EU?

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract do in cosmetics?

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract functions as: Antimicrobial, preservative (natural), skin conditioning, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-79-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lonicera Japonica Flower 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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