Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract

INCI: QUILLAJA SAPONARIA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
68990-67-0 (shared with bark)
Function
Masking
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS as food additive (21 CFR); permitted in cosmetics under general provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Shares CAS 68990-67-0 with bark extract but root-derived saponin profile may differ quantitatively; verify supplier CoA for saponin content specification

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Shares CAS 68990-67-0 with bark extract but root-derived saponin profile may differ quantitatively; verify supplier CoA for saponin content specification The EU classifies Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract functions as: Masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68990-67-0 (shared with bark).

What is the Margin of Safety for Quillaja Saponaria Root 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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