Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract

INCI: EUTROCHIUM PURPUREUM ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not readily identified (formerly classified under Eupatorium purpureum)
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Eutrochium purpureum root extract belongs to the Asteraceae family and may contain hepatotoxic and genotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs); PA content must be tested and documented below 1 µg/kg per EU HMPC guidance; no CIR review available; assessor should require PA-specific analytical certificate via LC-MS/MS, complete toxicological dossier, and heavy metal screening.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Eutrochium purpureum root extract belongs to the Asteraceae family and may contain hepatotoxic and genotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs); PA content must be tested and documented below 1 µg/kg per EU HMPC guidance; no CIR review available; assessor should require PA-specific analytical certificate via LC-MS/MS, complete toxicological dossier, and heavy metal screening. The EU classifies Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Eutrochium Purpureum Root Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily identified (formerly classified under Eupatorium purpureum).

What is the Margin of Safety for Eutrochium Purpureum 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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