Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder

INCI: CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS LEAF POWDER

CAS Number
No specific CAS assigned (botanical powders of this type often lack a single CAS; listed as "0" in China CFDA database)
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed. Lemongrass is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) in food; no specific restrictions on leaf powder in cosmetics.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potential for contact allergy - can be tested via epicutaneous patch testing at a dermatologist. May contain trace essential oil components (citral, geraniol) that are known allergens.. Derived from dried, ground leaves of Cymbopogon citratus (West Indian Lemongrass). Plant origin. Retains some of the bioactive profile of the parent plant, including potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties associated with lemongrass.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

essential-oil potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder safe in cosmetics?

Potential for contact allergy - can be tested via epicutaneous patch testing at a dermatologist. May contain trace essential oil components (citral, geraniol) that are known allergens.. Derived from dried, ground leaves of Cymbopogon citratus (West Indian Lemongrass). Plant origin. Retains some of the bioactive profile of the parent plant, including potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties associated with lemongrass. The EU classifies Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder allowed in the EU?

Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder do in cosmetics?

Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No specific CAS assigned (botanical powders of this type often lack a single CAS; listed as "0" in China CFDA database).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder?

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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