Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract
INCI: DIOSCOREA OPPOSITIFOLIA ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Taxonomic ambiguity exists; if sourced from Indian D. oppositifolia sensu stricto, diosgenin content may differ from Chinese yam; supplier CoA with diosgenin quantification and heavy metals testing essential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Taxonomic ambiguity exists; if sourced from Indian D. oppositifolia sensu stricto, diosgenin content may differ from Chinese yam; supplier CoA with diosgenin quantification and heavy metals testing essential. The EU classifies Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dioscorea Oppositifolia 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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