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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Mulberry Root Extract

Morus Alba Root Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Unveil a brighter complexion with our fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock of Morus Alba Root Extract, rich in bioactives like Mulberroside F and oxyresveratrol. This potent botanical, known by common names like White Mulberry, offers a precise INCI for reliable formulation.

  • Fixed 5% Morus Alba Root Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying 5% botanical extract. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for brightening and even skin tone serums and toners. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Morus Alba Root Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Morus Alba Root
Extract for Skin Brightening
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Morus Alba Root Extract
Common names
White Mulberry · Morus Alba
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
morus botanical extract - morus hydroglycerin stock The root of the White Mulberry (*Morus alba*), source of potent bioactives.
The extract

The Science Behind Morus Alba Root Extract

Botanical Identity: Morus Alba Root Extract, derived from the root of the White Mulberry (*Morus alba*) tree, is a highly valued ingredient in cosmetic science. While commonly referred to as White Mulberry, Formulate Labs supplies this raw material strictly by its INCI name, Morus Alba Root Extract, ensuring precise ingredient declaration and consistent quality for your formulations, rather than by various supplier SKUs.

Dual mechanism: Morus Alba Root Extract offers a comprehensive approach to skin enhancement through two primary modes of action. Firstly, its key bioactives, including prenylated flavonoids and stilbenoids, function by competitively inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme, a crucial step in the melanogenesis pathway. This action helps to diminish the appearance of hyperpigmentation and supports a more even skin tone. Secondly, its rich polyphenolic profile provides robust antioxidant properties, effectively scavenging superoxide free radicals to neutralize oxidative stress from environmental aggressors and protect the skin's structural proteins.

Use levels: When formulating with our standardized 5% Morus Alba Root Extract hydroglycerin stock, a typical recommended use level is between 3.0% and 5.0% of the finished formulation, allowing formulators to achieve optimal efficacy for brightening and antioxidant benefits.

Market context: Morus Alba Root Extract is positioned as a highly sought-after multifunctional botanical active within the cosmetic industry, specifically targeting skin brightening and "well-aging" applications. Competitors differentiate their offerings based on proprietary extraction technologies, focusing on either premium, high-tech anti-aging claims, accessible clean-beauty solutions, or fundamental antioxidant support and general skin conditioning.

Pricing context: Public B2B pricing for standardized liquid cosmetic-grade Morus Alba Root Extract is generally sparse. While the raw botanical powder typically costs $6 to $20 USD per kilogram on wholesale markets, our standardized liquid extract pricing reflects its quality and consistency, with a 500 g sample at $39.00, 1 kg at $60.00, and a 17 kg pail available at $51.00 per kg, offering competitive value for formulators.

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

Formulate Labs provides raw materials by their official INCI names, ensuring precise formulation, distinct from common trade names (White Mulberry, Morus Alba) that may vary by supplier.

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Supports Even Skin Tone*
Actively inhibits tyrosinase, a key enzyme in melanin production, to help diminish the appearance of hyperpigmentation and promote a brighter, more uniform complexion.
Potent Antioxidant Protection
Its rich polyphenolic profile effectively scavenges superoxide free radicals, neutralizing oxidative stress from environmental aggressors like UV radiation.
Safeguards Skin Structure & Firmness
Helps protect the skin's structural proteins (matrisome) from degradation and, as demonstrated by research, inhibits hyaluronidase activity to support skin integrity.
Non-Cytotoxic & Stable
Peer-reviewed research establishes the extract as non-cytotoxic and stable, making it a reliable and safe bioactive for daily-use cosmetic formulations.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Morus Alba Root Extract is documented in cosmetic peptide/protein literature. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Morus Alba Root Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-MAR-W1-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 58.737% Propanediol · 24.474% Glycerin · 9.789% Morus Alba Root Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
58.737%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
24.474%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
9.789%
Morus Alba Root Extract
CASContact for COA
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
3.0% – 5.0%
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
Highly soluble in water. It is compatible with common cosmetic solvents and integrates well into water-based, propanediol, or glycerin-based systems.
Temperature
The active phenolic compounds are heat-sensitive. It is crucial to add this extract during the cool-down phase of formulation (cold-process). Finished products should be packaged in opaque or UV-protective containers to prevent degradation of the bioactives.
Incompatibilities
The extract is sensitive to strong oxidizers and certain metal ions. Including a chelating agent (e.g., Disodium EDTA, Sodium Phytate) in the formulation is recommended to preserve its antioxidant capacity and overall stability.
Pairs well with
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Cosmetic use, specifically for leave-on topical applications targeting uneven skin tone, discoloration, and promoting a brighter, more uniform complexion.
Claims guidance
Guidance for claims includes support for skin brightening, promoting a more even skin tone, diminishing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and age spots, and providing antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors. Claims may also extend to supporting skin's structural integrity and a firmer appearance.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: Skin conditioning agent, antioxidant, skin brightening agent
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-MAR series).
  • Has a favorable safety profile and is established as non-cytotoxic for cosmetic use.
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Store in a cool, dark place away from direct light and heat. Add during the cool-down phase of formulation (cold-process). For optimal stability, maintain a final product pH between 4.0 and 7.0 and consider packaging in opaque or UV-protective containers.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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