Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract
INCI: LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT/ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Root bark alkaloid content (kukoamine A/B) must be quantified; traditional medicinal use of root bark raises regulatory flags under Novel Food/drug boundary considerations; supplier spec sheet must differentiate root vs. root bark.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Root bark alkaloid content (kukoamine A/B) must be quantified; traditional medicinal use of root bark raises regulatory flags under Novel Food/drug boundary considerations; supplier spec sheet must differentiate root vs. root bark. The EU classifies Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned — composite of fruit (913545-16-1) and root portions [^1_7].
What is the Margin of Safety for Lycium Chinense Fruit/Root 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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