Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
One of the least-studied ginsenosides; formed during steaming (increased in black ginseng vs. white ginseng); no standalone dermal safety studies identified; requires independent toxicological profiling if used as an isolated active
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ginsenoside Rg6 safe in cosmetics?
One of the least-studied ginsenosides; formed during steaming (increased in black ginseng vs. white ginseng); no standalone dermal safety studies identified; requires independent toxicological profiling if used as an isolated active The EU classifies Ginsenoside Rg6 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ginsenoside Rg6 allowed in the EU?
Ginsenoside Rg6 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ginsenoside Rg6 do in cosmetics?
Ginsenoside Rg6 functions as: Skin conditioning (less-polar saponin formed during heat processing of ginseng). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 147419-93-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ginsenoside Rg6?
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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