Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Widely found in apple peels, rosemary, sage; naturally derived triterpenoid with strong safety profile; no significant toxicity at cosmetic use levels; nine toxicity parameters showed no significant effects
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ursolic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Widely found in apple peels, rosemary, sage; naturally derived triterpenoid with strong safety profile; no significant toxicity at cosmetic use levels; nine toxicity parameters showed no significant effects The EU classifies Ursolic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ursolic Acid allowed in the EU?
Ursolic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ursolic Acid do in cosmetics?
Ursolic Acid functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 77-52-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ursolic Acid?
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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