Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder
INCI: PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) ROOT BARK POWDER
Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Purified to 95–98% phloridzin (a potent melanogenesis inhibitor); skin bleaching is classified as a drug function in the US; extraction with CO₂ followed by purification [^1_6]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder safe in cosmetics?
Purified to 95–98% phloridzin (a potent melanogenesis inhibitor); skin bleaching is classified as a drug function in the US; extraction with CO₂ followed by purification [^1_6] The EU classifies Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder allowed in the EU?
Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder do in cosmetics?
Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder functions as: Skin Bleaching Agent, Skin Conditioning — the only apple-derived ingredient reported to function as a skin bleaching agent [^1_6]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pyrus Malus Root Bark Powder?
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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