Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract
INCI: GENTIANA MACROPHYLLA ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Used in TCM as Qin Jiao; contains gentiopicroside and swertiamarine similar to G. lutea; minimal cosmetic-specific safety data; EMA notes this species is pharmacologically related but not interchangeable with G. lutea
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Used in TCM as Qin Jiao; contains gentiopicroside and swertiamarine similar to G. lutea; minimal cosmetic-specific safety data; EMA notes this species is pharmacologically related but not interchangeable with G. lutea The EU classifies Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Gentiana Macrophylla Root Extract functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (CosIng Ref No: 88183).
What is the Margin of Safety for Gentiana Macrophylla 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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