Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract

INCI: ATRACTYLODES CHINENSIS RHIZOME EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (botanical extract)
Function
Skin conditioning - moisturizing, antioxidant, soothing, repairing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not prohibited or restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Generally considered low-risk as a traditional botanical. No specific restrictions. Standard botanical extract testing (heavy metals, pesticide residues, microbial limits) applies. Derived from Atractylodes chinensis (Asteraceae), known as Cāng Zhú (苍术) in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The rhizome is rich in sesquiterpenoids (atractylone, β-eudesmol, hinesol). Reported to improve rough and dry skin and reduce free-radical damage

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract safe in cosmetics?

Generally considered low-risk as a traditional botanical. No specific restrictions. Standard botanical extract testing (heavy metals, pesticide residues, microbial limits) applies. Derived from Atractylodes chinensis (Asteraceae), known as Cāng Zhú (苍术) in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The rhizome is rich in sesquiterpenoids (atractylone, β-eudesmol, hinesol). Reported to improve rough and dry skin and reduce free-radical damage The EU classifies Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract allowed in the EU?

Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract do in cosmetics?

Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome Extract functions as: Skin conditioning - moisturizing, antioxidant, soothing, repairing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (botanical extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Atractylodes chinensis Rhizome 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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