Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract

INCI: TAMARINDUS INDICA LEAF EXTRACT

CAS Number
84961-62-6 (general *Tamarindus indica* extract CAS)
Function
Skin conditioning; antioxidant properties attributed to polyphenolic content
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Less common than seed/fruit extracts, so fewer toxicological data available; recommend commissioning HRIPT (Human Repeat Insult Patch Test) if using at >1%; ensure heavy metal and pesticide residue testing; verify supplier provides part-specific CoA

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?

Less common than seed/fruit extracts, so fewer toxicological data available; recommend commissioning HRIPT (Human Repeat Insult Patch Test) if using at >1%; ensure heavy metal and pesticide residue testing; verify supplier provides part-specific CoA The EU classifies Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?

Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?

Tamarindus Indica Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant properties attributed to polyphenolic content. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84961-62-6 (general *Tamarindus indica* extract CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Tamarindus Indica Leaf 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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