Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract

INCI: RHODODENDRON WEYRICHII BRANCH/LEAF EXTRACT [^1_1]

CAS Number
Not assigned (novel botanical; no CAS listed in CosIng or Good Scents) [^1_2]
Function
Skin Conditioning, Humectant [^1_3]
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated; falls under general cosmetic ingredient provisions (no GRAS/OTC monograph); no CIR review published [^1_4]

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Grayanotoxin content possible in crude extracts; no CIR or SCCS opinion; limited toxicological data; ensure supplier provides grayanotoxin-free certification

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Grayanotoxin content possible in crude extracts; no CIR or SCCS opinion; limited toxicological data; ensure supplier provides grayanotoxin-free certification The EU classifies Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Humectant [^1_3]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (novel botanical; no CAS listed in CosIng or Good Scents) [^1_2].

What is the Margin of Safety for Rhododendron Weyrichii Branch/Leaf 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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