Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil

INCI: CYPERUS SCARIOSUS ROOT OIL

CAS Number
91771‑62‑9.
Function
Perfuming (woody, earthy, spicy), masking, fragrance component
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted as a cosmetic fragrance ingredient; subject to general safety, IFRA recommendations, and hazard labeling for concentrated oil (e.g., aspiration, sensitization) at raw-material level.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Essential oil with potential endocrine and carcinogenic concerns; aspiration toxicity risk and sensitization potential require caution in depilatory applications and concentrated formulations pending additional safety data.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil safe in cosmetics?

Essential oil with potential endocrine and carcinogenic concerns; aspiration toxicity risk and sensitization potential require caution in depilatory applications and concentrated formulations pending additional safety data. The EU classifies Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil allowed in the EU?

Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil do in cosmetics?

Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil functions as: Perfuming (woody, earthy, spicy), masking, fragrance component. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91771‑62‑9..

What is the Margin of Safety for Cyperus Scariosus Rhizome Oil?

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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