Is Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Good
Active Ingredient
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
INCI: ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS ROOT EXTRACT
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract (CAS 94166-93-5) is a cosmetic active ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning / 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 / Anti-aging
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No FDA pre-market approval required for cosmetic use. No CIR assessment. MoCRA safety substantiation required. Telomere-related claims risk drug classification — frame as skin conditioning/anti-aging appearance claims.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
3 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
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anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "84680-75-1", "ingredient_class": "Nrf2_activator", "primary_mechanism": "enzyme_induction", "pollution_types_targeted": "PM2_5", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "mitochondrial_protection": "no", "Nrf2_activation": "no", "AhR_pathway_modulation": "no", "NF_kB_inh…
depigmentation
{"cas_number": "84775-43-9", "ingredient_class": "combined_mechanism", "primary_mechanism_of_action": "Traditional Chinese/Asian medicine ingredients with tyrosinase inhibition", "secondary_mechanisms": "Variable", "molecular_target": "other", "tyrosinase_inhibition_IC50_uM": "varies", "tyrosinase_inhibition_type": "competitive", "melanin_reduction_pct_in_vitro": "25-45", "melanin_reduction_pct_cl…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Deodorizer
Humectant
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
eu-unrestricted
no-sccs-opinion
no-cir-assessment
astragaloside-iv
telomere-protection
anti-aging
in-vitro-evidence
no-rct-topical
drug-claim-risk
tcm-ingredient
nmpa-pathway
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Softener and conditioner
Antioxidant
Humectant
Deodorizer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning / Anti-aging. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94166-93-5.
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