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Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract

Extract of the fruit (berry) of Sambucus nigra (elderberry)

Safety Notes

Elderberry fruit extract rich in anthocyanins and flavonoids, giving antioxidant and antimicrobial-support benefits in natural formulations.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antioxidant / Antimicrobial support / Skin conditioning

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Antioxidant serums, natural preservative-boosting blends, soothing skincare

Origin

Natural (elderberry fruit)

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 Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract safe to use in skincare?

Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Elderberry fruit extract rich in anthocyanins and flavonoids, giving antioxidant and antimicrobial-support benefits in natural formulations.

Is Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract allowed in India?

Sambucus Nigra Fruit 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 Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract used for in cosmetics?

Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract functions as: Antioxidant / Antimicrobial support / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Antioxidant serums, natural preservative-boosting blends, soothing skincare.

Is Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract safe for babies?

Sambucus Nigra Fruit 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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