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Expert Verdict
Contains quassinoids (quassin, neoquassin) which are intensely bitter and have documented insecticidal and antifeedant properties with traditional use as anti-parasitic for head lice; limited dedicated cosmetic safety assessment with no CIR review, recommend conservative use.
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Is Quassia Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains quassinoids (quassin, neoquassin) which are intensely bitter and have documented insecticidal and antifeedant properties with traditional use as anti-parasitic for head lice; limited dedicated cosmetic safety assessment with no CIR review, recommend conservative use. The EU classifies Quassia Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Quassia Extract allowed in the EU?
Quassia Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Quassia Extract do in cosmetics?
Quassia Extract functions as: Tonic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84604-10-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Quassia Extract?
adequate 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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