Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Found at 100–26,700 ppm in ginseng root; least-studied of the four ginsenosides listed; anti-platelet aggregation activity documented — theoretical concern for products applied over broken skin; estrogenic activity reported in vitro
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ginsenoside Rg2 safe in cosmetics?
Found at 100–26,700 ppm in ginseng root; least-studied of the four ginsenosides listed; anti-platelet aggregation activity documented — theoretical concern for products applied over broken skin; estrogenic activity reported in vitro The EU classifies Ginsenoside Rg2 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ginsenoside Rg2 allowed in the EU?
Ginsenoside Rg2 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ginsenoside Rg2 do in cosmetics?
Ginsenoside Rg2 functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant (minor protopanaxatriol-type ginsenoside). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52286-74-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ginsenoside Rg2?
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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