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Botanical Extract

PTEROCARPUS SANTALINUS WOOD EXTRACT

CAS 84650-41-9 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Red sandalwood (Pterocarpus santalinus) wood extract — provides santalin pigments and astringent flavonoids; staining potential and CITES sustainability concerns limit its use.

Function

ASTRINGENTTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Santalin pigment
  • Astringent action
  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Ayurvedic heritage

Known concerns

  • Skin/textile staining
  • CITES-listed species
  • Possible sensitisation
  • Sparse cosmetic data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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