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Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract

Extract of the bark of Populus tremuloides (quaking aspen), natural salicylate source

Safety Notes

Aspen bark extract rich in natural salicylates and phenolic glycosides, used as a nature-derived antimicrobial preservative and soothing agent in certified natural formulas.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antimicrobial / Preservative (natural) / Skin conditioning

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Natural and organic skincare, COSMOS-type preservation systems

Origin

Natural (aspen 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 Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract safe to use in skincare?

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Aspen bark extract rich in natural salicylates and phenolic glycosides, used as a nature-derived antimicrobial preservative and soothing agent in certified natural formulas.

Is Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract allowed in India?

Populus Tremuloides 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 Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract used for in cosmetics?

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract functions as: Antimicrobial / Preservative (natural) / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Natural and organic skincare, COSMOS-type preservation systems.

Is Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract safe for babies?

Populus Tremuloides 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

CASNot verified in source checked

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