Arctium Lappa Root Extract
INCI: ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Arctium Lappa Root Extract based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; literature review
Expert Verdict
Well-regarded anti-inflammatory and antioxidant botanical (Burdock root) with EMA herbal assessment. Good tolerability profile at typical cosmetic concentrations. Asteraceae sensitization flag warrants CoA sesquiterpene lactone content data for leave-on products above 0.5%. No SCCS/CIR dossier — full safety documentation burden on formulator. Request sesquiterpene lactone-mix content on supplier CoA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arctium Lappa Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Well-regarded anti-inflammatory and antioxidant botanical (Burdock root) with EMA herbal assessment. Good tolerability profile at typical cosmetic concentrations. Asteraceae sensitization flag warrants CoA sesquiterpene lactone content data for leave-on products above 0.5%. No SCCS/CIR dossier — full safety documentation burden on formulator. Request sesquiterpene lactone-mix content on supplier CoA. The EU classifies Arctium Lappa Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Arctium Lappa Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Arctium Lappa Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Arctium Lappa Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Arctium Lappa Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hair conditioning, anti-dandruff. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-13-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Arctium Lappa Root Extract?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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