Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
INCI: ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS ROOT EXTRACT
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Astragalus membranaceus root extract (key active: astragaloside IV) is permitted in EU cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 without Annex restrictions; no SCCS or CIR opinion exists. Evidence is largely mechanistic in vitro with astragaloside IV reported to activate telomerase and support telomere maintenance; clinical RCT data for topical cosmetic use are absent. Telomere-related claims require careful framing to avoid drug/therapeutic claim crossover. China NMPA has established use pathway for Astragalus preparations in cosmetics with extensive TCM traditional use.
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Is Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Astragalus membranaceus root extract (key active: astragaloside IV) is permitted in EU cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 without Annex restrictions; no SCCS or CIR opinion exists. Evidence is largely mechanistic in vitro with astragaloside IV reported to activate telomerase and support telomere maintenance; clinical RCT data for topical cosmetic use are absent. Telomere-related claims require careful framing to avoid drug/therapeutic claim crossover. China NMPA has established use pathway for Astragalus preparations in cosmetics with extensive TCM traditional use. The EU classifies Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
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.
What is the Margin of Safety for Astragalus Membranaceus 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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