Is Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract
INCI: HIBISCUS SYRIACUS ROOT EXTRACT
Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract (CAS 223749-10-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR Parts 700.11–700.35
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Hibiscus Syriacus Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-10-8.
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