Poor Cosmetic Ingredient

Rhus Verniciflua Extract

INCI: RHUS VERNICIFLUA EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (botanical extract)
Function
Skin Conditioning (CosIng); research shows antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer, anti-aging properties [^1_15]
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
high
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

🚨 CRITICAL: Generic "extract" without specified plant part is the highest-risk designation. Studies confirm IgE-antigen-mediated allergic reactions from *R. verniciflua* extracts [^1_15]. All safety flags from \#8 apply with added severity due to undefined source tissue.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhus Verniciflua Extract safe in cosmetics?

🚨 CRITICAL: Generic "extract" without specified plant part is the highest-risk designation. Studies confirm IgE-antigen-mediated allergic reactions from *R. verniciflua* extracts [^1_15]. All safety flags from \#8 apply with added severity due to undefined source tissue. The EU classifies Rhus Verniciflua Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Rhus Verniciflua Extract allowed in the EU?

Rhus Verniciflua Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Rhus Verniciflua Extract do in cosmetics?

Rhus Verniciflua Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning (CosIng); research shows antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer, anti-aging properties [^1_15]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (botanical extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Rhus Verniciflua 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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