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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU Annex II listing prohibits general cosmetic use — only permitted as a denaturant for alcohol denaturation [^1_3]. Contains quassinoids (bitter compounds).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quassia Amara Wood Extract safe in cosmetics?
EU Annex II listing prohibits general cosmetic use — only permitted as a denaturant for alcohol denaturation [^1_3]. Contains quassinoids (bitter compounds). The EU classifies Quassia Amara Wood Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Quassia Amara Wood Extract allowed in the EU?
Quassia Amara Wood Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Quassia Amara Wood Extract do in cosmetics?
Quassia Amara Wood Extract functions as: Denaturant, Skin Conditioning, Tonic [^1_2]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84604-10-4 [^1_1].
What is the Margin of Safety for Quassia Amara Wood 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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