Is Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) safe in cosmetics?
Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
POOR
Cosmetic Ingredient
Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal)
Also known as: EINECS 283-261-5, Goldenseal
INCI: HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS EXTRACT
Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) (CAS 84603-60-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin Conditioning
Editorial assessment
POOR
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific CFR prohibition for cosmetic use; CITES Appendix II listed plant (trade documentation required)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal).
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Known Synonyms
EINECS 283-261-5
Goldenseal
Chemical Function
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) allowed in the EU?
Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) do in cosmetics?
Hydrastis Canadensis Extract (Goldenseal) functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84603-60-1.
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