Curcuma Longa Root Extract
INCI: CURCUMA LONGA ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Curcuma Longa Root Extract based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; literature review
Expert Verdict
Curcuma longa extract (curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin) is permitted in EU cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 without specific Annex restrictions. Not listed in Annex II or Annex III. No dedicated SCCS opinion. CIR has not issued a final safety assessment for curcumin as a cosmetic ingredient. In the US, no FDA pre-market approval is required for cosmetic use; curcumin (CI 75300) is an approved color additive for food use. Bioavailability is the central limitation due to poor aqueous solubility and rapid metabolism. In vitro antioxidant potency confirmed. Heavy metal and mycotoxin contamination risk from raw Ayurvedic supply chains requires supplier COA and DNA barcoding authentication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Curcuma Longa Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Curcuma longa extract (curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin) is permitted in EU cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 without specific Annex restrictions. Not listed in Annex II or Annex III. No dedicated SCCS opinion. CIR has not issued a final safety assessment for curcumin as a cosmetic ingredient. In the US, no FDA pre-market approval is required for cosmetic use; curcumin (CI 75300) is an approved color additive for food use. Bioavailability is the central limitation due to poor aqueous solubility and rapid metabolism. In vitro antioxidant potency confirmed. Heavy metal and mycotoxin contamination risk from raw Ayurvedic supply chains requires supplier COA and DNA barcoding authentication. The EU classifies Curcuma Longa Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Curcuma Longa Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Curcuma Longa Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Curcuma Longa Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Curcuma Longa Root Extract functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 458-37-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Curcuma Longa 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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