Is Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) safe in cosmetics?
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Preservative
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract)
Also known as: EINECS 282-029-0, Salix alba Linn., stem bark extract, Willow, Salix alba, ext.
INCI: SALIX ALBA BARK EXTRACT
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) (CAS 84082-82-6) is a cosmetic preservative functioning as Exfoliant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 2%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety and food safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Exfoliant
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
2%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Apply specifically to the botanical extract when used
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract).
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ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100 - 1,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Additional Ingredient Properties
1 property record from structured ingredient metadata.
anti_aging
{"anti_aging_claim": "cell-turnover, pore-minimizing", "mechanism_of_action": "Bioactive phytochemicals, antioxidant compounds", "target_skin_layer": "epidermis", "collagen_stimulation": "No", "elastin_protection": "No", "wrinkle_reduction_pct": "8-15", "clinical_study_duration_weeks": "8", "sample_size": "25", "double_blind": "Yes", "placebo_controlled": "Yes", "published_journal": "Phytotherapy …
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (2)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract).
Regulatory Flags
EU Restricted
eu_children_restricted
Known Synonyms
EINECS 282-029-0
Salix alba Linn., stem bark extract
Willow, Salix alba, ext.
Chemical Function
Astringent
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
children; Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in food safety data.
SOURCE
EFSA / FDA GRAS
food_additives
Food Safety Data
Same-CAS food additive or FDA GRAS records from the core public database.
Food Name
Willow bark extract
Food Category
preservative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) allowed in the EU?
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) do in cosmetics?
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) functions as: Exfoliant. It is classified as a Preservative in our database. CAS number: 84082-82-6.
Is Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) used outside cosmetics?
Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba Bark Extract) also appears in industrial chemical safety and food safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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