Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract

INCI: RUBUS ELLIPTICUS FRUIT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin bleaching / skin lightening agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated; note: "bleaching" claims may trigger FDA OTC drug classification if marketed for skin lightening in the US

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

⚠ CRITICAL: "Bleaching agent" function — if used for skin lightening, may require FDA OTC drug review in US, and must comply with EU Cosmetics Regulation on skin-lightening claims. ⚠ No CAS number. ⚠ No CIR/SCCS assessment. ⚠ Traditional medicine use documented but not equivalent to cosmetic safety data

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?

⚠ CRITICAL: "Bleaching agent" function — if used for skin lightening, may require FDA OTC drug review in US, and must comply with EU Cosmetics Regulation on skin-lightening claims. ⚠ No CAS number. ⚠ No CIR/SCCS assessment. ⚠ Traditional medicine use documented but not equivalent to cosmetic safety data The EU classifies Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?

Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?

Rubus Ellipticus Fruit Extract functions as: Skin bleaching / skin lightening agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Rubus Ellipticus Fruit 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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