Mulberry Root Bark Extract

INCI: MORUS ALBA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
94167-05-2
Function
Skin conditioning, skin lightening via tyrosinase inhibition
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; widely used in OTC skin-lightening products; no specific FDA restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ensure absence of heavy metal contamination from root-sourced botanicals; quantify active compounds for consistent efficacy and safety.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mulberry Root Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?

Ensure absence of heavy metal contamination from root-sourced botanicals; quantify active compounds for consistent efficacy and safety. The EU classifies Mulberry Root Bark Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Mulberry Root Bark Extract allowed in the EU?

Mulberry Root Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Mulberry Root Bark Extract do in cosmetics?

Mulberry Root Bark Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, skin lightening via tyrosinase inhibition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94167-05-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Mulberry Root Bark 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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