Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract
INCI: BERBERIS VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 84649-92-3 / 8054-40-8 EC 283-473-8 / 232-499-8
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract is an extract of the fresh root bark of the Barberry, Berberis vulgaris L., Berberidaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract is an extract of the fresh root bark of the Barberry, Berberis vulgaris L., Berberidaceae
Purpose
Function
Skin conditioning
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Banned
Safety
POOR
US
Permitted
Absorptionhigh
Sensitizationmoderate
MoSnot established
ConcernHigh
Flags
plant-extract
Verdict
Same concerns as Berberis aristata root — high alkaloid content. Specify berberine + palmatine + jatrorrhizine levels on CoA. Monitor EFSA opinion timeline for potential restrictions. Cytotoxicity data recommended at intended use concentration.
US Note
Not specifically regulated; berberine is not FDA-approved as a drug ingredient
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