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Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil)

Marula seed oil

Safety Notes

Rich in oleic acid (~70%) and linoleic acid; high oxidative stability; lightweight absorption; good for dry and mature skin; native African tree, ethical sourcing consideration

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

Luxury face oils hair oils serums

Origin

Vegetable (marula fruit seeds)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) safe to use in skincare?

Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in oleic acid (~70%) and linoleic acid; high oxidative stability; lightweight absorption; good for dry and mature skin; native African tree, ethical sourcing consideration

Is Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) allowed in India?

Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) used for in cosmetics?

Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil) functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: Luxury face oils hair oils serums.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS223749-03-9
ECN/A

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