Is Willow Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?
Willow Bark Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Good
Active Ingredient
Willow 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 (CAS 84082-82-6) is a cosmetic active ingredient functioning as Natural salicin source (BHA precursor). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. 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
Natural salicin source (BHA precursor)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted by FDA for cosmetic use. CIR reviewed salicylates in 2019 -- safe when formulated non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Salix alba bark-specific CIR assessment ongoing (2024-2025, 1082 formulations, <=1.1% leave-on), not yet finalized.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Willow 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.
Regulatory Flags
salicylate-sensitivity
aspirin-cross-reactivity
in-vitro-sensitizer
cir-review-pending
patch-test-advised
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 allowed in the EU?
Willow Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Willow Bark Extract do in cosmetics?
Willow Bark Extract functions as: Natural salicin source (BHA precursor). It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-82-6.
Is Willow Bark Extract used outside cosmetics?
Willow 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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