Is Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract
Also known as: EINECS 283-471-7, Garden asparagus shoot, Sparrow Grass, asparagus polyphyllus extract
INCI: ASPARAGUS OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT
Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract (CAS 84649-90-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-aging. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-aging
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No dedicated CIR safety assessment; not on FDA prohibited/restricted list; asparagus seed/root extract has FEMA food flavor GRAS history; no specific cosmetic-use NOAEL established
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant_extract
liliaceae_family
antioxidant
skin_conditioning
anti_aging
mmp1_inhibitor
no_cir_review
mos_estimated
weak_contact_allergen_raw_plant
Known Synonyms
EINECS 283-471-7
Garden asparagus shoot
Sparrow Grass
asparagus polyphyllus extract
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-aging. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84649-90-1.
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