Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark

INCI: QUERCUS ALBA BARK

CAS Number
68917-11-3 (shared with bark extract derivatives)
Function
Astringent, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS for food use (FEMA 2794 for chips extract); permitted in cosmetics under general provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

High tannin content (8โ€“20%) may cause astringent drying at elevated concentrations; ensure proper particle size specification if used as a powder

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark safe in cosmetics?

High tannin content (8โ€“20%) may cause astringent drying at elevated concentrations; ensure proper particle size specification if used as a powder The EU classifies Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark allowed in the EU?

Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark do in cosmetics?

Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark functions as: Astringent, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68917-11-3 (shared with bark extract derivatives).

What is the Margin of Safety for Quercus Alba (White Oak) Bark?

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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