QUASSIA AMARA WOOD EXTRACT
Solvent
Good
CAS Number: 84604-10-4
About QUASSIA AMARA WOOD EXTRACT
A bitterwood extract used as a denaturant and skin tonic, generally safe but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals at high concentrations.
Detailed Analysis
Quassia amara wood extract is derived from a tropical tree native to South America. CAS 84604-10-4 applies. It functions as a denaturant, skin-conditioning agent, and tonic. CosIng restriction regarding ozone-depleting substances is environmental classification. Contains quassinoid compounds including quassin and neoquassin, which are bitter-tasting and have documented antimicrobial activity. The ingredient may cause irritation in sensitive skin at elevated concentrations; use dilution is recommended.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Antimicrobial properties
- ✓ Skin conditioning
- ✓ Tonic effect
Known Concerns
- ⚠ May cause skin irritation at high concentrations
- ⚠ Bitter quassinoid compounds may sensitise some individuals
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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