Betula Alleghaniensis Bark Extract
INCI: BETULA ALLEGHANIENSIS BARK EXTRACT
CAS 85085-76-3
Betula Alleghaniensis Bark Extract is the extract of the bark of Betula alleghaniensis, Betulaceae.
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Betula Alleghaniensis Bark Extract is the extract of the bark of Betula alleghaniensis, Betulaceae.
Purpose
Function
Skin conditioning, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationmoderate
MoSadequate
ConcernModerate
Flags
plant-extract
Verdict
Methyl salicylate content — Yellow Birch bark is notably rich in methyl salicylate (wintergreen-like); quantify via GC-MS; aspirin/salicylate sensitivity contraindication should appear on label; not suitable for children's products without concentration justification; distinct toxicological profile from B. alba — do NOT use read-across from B. alba without justification
US Note
Not prohibited or restricted; birch bark extracts have GRAS-adjacent status in traditional use
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