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Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract

Extract of the bark of Magnolia officinalis (rich in magnolol and honokiol)

Safety Notes

Standardised magnolia bark extract delivering magnolol and honokiol. Contributes antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and is widely used as a booster in clean-beauty preservation systems.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antimicrobial / Antioxidant / Soothing

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Natural preservative-boosting blends, soothing and anti-blemish skincare, deodorants

Origin

Natural (Magnolia officinalis bark)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No specific limit; use at self-determined safe level per safety assessment

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked

Baby restriction: None identified for standard cosmetic use

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract safe to use in skincare?

Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Standardised magnolia bark extract delivering magnolol and honokiol. Contributes antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and is widely used as a booster in clean-beauty preservation systems.

Is Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract allowed in India?

Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract is currently classified as "Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked.

What is Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract used for in cosmetics?

Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract functions as: Antimicrobial / Antioxidant / Soothing. It is commonly found in: Natural preservative-boosting blends, soothing and anti-blemish skincare, deodorants.

Is Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract safe for babies?

Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract has baby/child restrictions: None identified for standard cosmetic use. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted; no specific 21 CFR cosmetic restriction identified in source checked
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted; no specific MFDS restriction identified in source checked
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; standard framework applies; no therapeutic listing unless therapeutic claims made
Canada (NHPID)
Not listed as restricted on Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist in source checked; standard cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS90064-14-9
EC290-107-9

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