Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract

INCI: VIBURNUM OPULUS BARK EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (botanical)
Function
Astringent, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically listed; *Viburnum opulus* (Cramp Bark) has GRAS history in traditional herbal use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains viburnin, scopoletin, and tannins; viburnin may be mildly toxic if ingested โ€” topical use at cosmetic levels is considered safe; high tannin content may cause dryness at elevated concentrations

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains viburnin, scopoletin, and tannins; viburnin may be mildly toxic if ingested โ€” topical use at cosmetic levels is considered safe; high tannin content may cause dryness at elevated concentrations The EU classifies Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract allowed in the EU?

Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract do in cosmetics?

Viburnum Opulus Bark Extract functions as: Astringent, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (botanical).

What is the Margin of Safety for Viburnum Opulus Bark 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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