Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract
INCI: COLOCASIA ANTIQUORUM ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Taro contains calcium oxalate crystals (raphides) that cause mechanical irritation. Extract processing must demonstrate removal or neutralization of oxalate needles. No established dermal safety profile. Food-grade safety does not directly translate to dermal safety. Insufficient data for CPSR supplementary data package likely required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Taro contains calcium oxalate crystals (raphides) that cause mechanical irritation. Extract processing must demonstrate removal or neutralization of oxalate needles. No established dermal safety profile. Food-grade safety does not directly translate to dermal safety. Insufficient data for CPSR supplementary data package likely required. The EU classifies Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (complex botanical extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Colocasia Antiquorum 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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