Daucus Carota Sativa Root

INCI: DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT

CAS Number
Plant root material; typically covered generically as carrot root, not a single defined CAS for all preparations.
Function
Skin conditioning, emollient/humectant when processed (powder, paste), mild antioxidant; can provide softening and moisturizing effects.
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; carrot root is GRAS as a food and acceptable as cosmetic plant material when processed under GMP and free of contaminants.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Color/staining potential at high load; microbial quality control essential for minimally processed root; manage pesticide residues and heavy metals typical for root vegetables.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daucus Carota Sativa Root safe in cosmetics?

Color/staining potential at high load; microbial quality control essential for minimally processed root; manage pesticide residues and heavy metals typical for root vegetables. The EU classifies Daucus Carota Sativa Root as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Daucus Carota Sativa Root allowed in the EU?

Daucus Carota Sativa Root EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Daucus Carota Sativa Root do in cosmetics?

Daucus Carota Sativa Root functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient/humectant when processed (powder, paste), mild antioxidant; can provide softening and moisturizing effects.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Plant root material; typically covered generically as carrot root, not a single defined CAS for all preparations..

What is the Margin of Safety for Daucus Carota Sativa Root?

adequate 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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