Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract

INCI: SAMBUCUS NIGRA EXTRACT

CAS Number
84603-58-7
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Elderberry/elderflower extract GRAS under 21 CFR 182.20; permitted in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Raw plant material contains sambunigrin (cyanogenic glycoside) โ€” cosmetic-grade extracts should be properly processed. Antioxidant potency may vary with extraction method and standardization

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract safe in cosmetics?

Raw plant material contains sambunigrin (cyanogenic glycoside) โ€” cosmetic-grade extracts should be properly processed. Antioxidant potency may vary with extraction method and standardization The EU classifies Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract allowed in the EU?

Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract do in cosmetics?

Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84603-58-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sambucus Nigra (Elder) 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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