Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract

INCI: MYRICA RUBRA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (botanical extract)
Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Significant data gap: leaf/stem extracts may differ substantially in phytochemical composition from fruit extracts, requiring compositional analysis rather than read-across from fruit data alone. Tannin content may be higher in leaf/stem, potentially increasing irritation risk. Solvent specification and toxicological review required.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?

Significant data gap: leaf/stem extracts may differ substantially in phytochemical composition from fruit extracts, requiring compositional analysis rather than read-across from fruit data alone. Tannin content may be higher in leaf/stem, potentially increasing irritation risk. Solvent specification and toxicological review required. The EU classifies Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?

Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?

Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (botanical extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Myrica Rubra Leaf/Stem 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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