Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited safety data available compared to bark extract. Fruit contains unique dineolignans (obovatalignans) with benzodioxane moieties that are relatively rare in nature - toxicological profiles not yet fully characterized.. Derived from the fruit pulp of Magnolia obovata (Japanese Big-Leaf Magnolia). Research has identified at least seven unique dineolignans of the 3-O-4′ diphenyl ether type from this source, some containing rare 1,4-benzodioxane ring structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
Limited safety data available compared to bark extract. Fruit contains unique dineolignans (obovatalignans) with benzodioxane moieties that are relatively rare in nature - toxicological profiles not yet fully characterized.. Derived from the fruit pulp of Magnolia obovata (Japanese Big-Leaf Magnolia). Research has identified at least seven unique dineolignans of the 3-O-4′ diphenyl ether type from this source, some containing rare 1,4-benzodioxane ring structures. The EU classifies Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Magnolia Obovata Fruit Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in CosIng (listed as "-").
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnolia Obovata Fruit 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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