Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract

INCI: HARPAGOPHYTUM PROCUMBENS ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
84988-65-8
Function
Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, soothing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No FDA restrictions; used as botanical skin conditioner and anti-inflammatory agent in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Safe anti-inflammatory botanical extract derived from Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) roots rich in iridoid glycosides (harpagoside) with potent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties; well-tolerated across all skin types in cosmetic use.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-derived anti-inflammatory soothing iridoids devils-claw

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Safe anti-inflammatory botanical extract derived from Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) roots rich in iridoid glycosides (harpagoside) with potent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties; well-tolerated across all skin types in cosmetic use. The EU classifies Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Harpagophytum Procumbens Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84988-65-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Harpagophytum Procumbens 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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