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Expert Verdict
Bleaching function declared; formulations making skin-lightening claims face heightened regulatory scrutiny in EU, ASEAN, and Japan. Contains corilagin and gallic acid derivatives with potential for irritation at high concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract safe in cosmetics?
Bleaching function declared; formulations making skin-lightening claims face heightened regulatory scrutiny in EU, ASEAN, and Japan. Contains corilagin and gallic acid derivatives with potential for irritation at high concentrations. The EU classifies Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract allowed in the EU?
Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract do in cosmetics?
Phyllanthus Urinaria Extract functions as: Antioxidant, astringent, bleaching, skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97593-47-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phyllanthus Urinaria 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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