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Expert Verdict
Antimicrobial claim requires careful substantiation. If acting as a preservative, may need Annex V listing in EU. Contains phyllanthin and lignans with limited dermal safety data compared to oral data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phyllanthus Niruri Extract safe in cosmetics?
Antimicrobial claim requires careful substantiation. If acting as a preservative, may need Annex V listing in EU. Contains phyllanthin and lignans with limited dermal safety data compared to oral data. The EU classifies Phyllanthus Niruri Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phyllanthus Niruri Extract allowed in the EU?
Phyllanthus Niruri Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phyllanthus Niruri Extract do in cosmetics?
Phyllanthus Niruri Extract functions as: Antimicrobial, skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84775-91-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phyllanthus Niruri 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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