Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
⚠ Organic acid content may lower formulation pH — monitor pH stability. Seeds/stones contain amygdalin — confirm extract is seed-free or amygdalin levels are below threshold. No SCCS/CIR dossier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Organic acid content may lower formulation pH — monitor pH stability. Seeds/stones contain amygdalin — confirm extract is seed-free or amygdalin levels are below threshold. No SCCS/CIR dossier. The EU classifies Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Prunus Spinosa Fruit Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Antioxidant, Astringent (sloe berry is rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C, tannins). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90105-94-5 (species-level CAS; shared across Prunus spinosa preparations).
What is the Margin of Safety for Prunus Spinosa Fruit 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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