Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract

INCI: SAPINDUS SAPONARIA PEEL EXTRACT

CAS Number
No unique CAS commonly assigned; Sapindus mukorossi/saponaria extracts may reference CAS 68916-91-6 (soapberry extract)
Function
Surfactant/cleansing, skin conditioning — natural saponin-rich cleansing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted. No specific CIR review. Used in natural and organic product lines without restriction.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

High saponin content can be irritating to eyes and mucous membranes; use appropriate concentration limits (typically 1–5% in formulations) and ensure no pesticide contamination from wild-harvested sources.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract safe in cosmetics?

High saponin content can be irritating to eyes and mucous membranes; use appropriate concentration limits (typically 1–5% in formulations) and ensure no pesticide contamination from wild-harvested sources. The EU classifies Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract do in cosmetics?

Sapindus Saponaria Peel Extract functions as: Surfactant/cleansing, skin conditioning — natural saponin-rich cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS commonly assigned; Sapindus mukorossi/saponaria extracts may reference CAS 68916-91-6 (soapberry extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sapindus Saponaria Peel 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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