Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract
INCI: PLUMBAGO ZEYLANICA FLOWER EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Flower extract contains significantly less plumbagin than root extracts, but plumbagin presence must be analytically confirmed at batch level by HPLC. Supplier must guarantee plant-part specificity (flower only, no root contamination) given documented toxicity of root material.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract safe in cosmetics?
Flower extract contains significantly less plumbagin than root extracts, but plumbagin presence must be analytically confirmed at batch level by HPLC. Supplier must guarantee plant-part specificity (flower only, no root contamination) given documented toxicity of root material. The EU classifies Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract allowed in the EU?
Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract do in cosmetics?
Plumbago Zeylanica Flower Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not commonly assigned for the extract.
What is the Margin of Safety for Plumbago Zeylanica Flower 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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