Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract
INCI: GENTIANA LUTEA RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Gentiana lutea rhizome/root extract is permitted in both EU and US with good safety profile; EMA notes absence of reproductive toxicity and carcinogenicity testing; demonstrates antibacterial activity at 100 µg/mL in vitro and hepatoprotective effects at 30-60 mg/kg in animal studies with cytotoxicity only above 5 mM in vitro.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Gentiana lutea rhizome/root extract is permitted in both EU and US with good safety profile; EMA notes absence of reproductive toxicity and carcinogenicity testing; demonstrates antibacterial activity at 100 µg/mL in vitro and hepatoprotective effects at 30-60 mg/kg in animal studies with cytotoxicity only above 5 mM in vitro. The EU classifies Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, fragrance, antiseptic, microcirculation enhancer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 72968-42-4 / 97676-22-7; EINECS 277-139-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/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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