Ipomoea Batatas Extract
INCI: IPOMOEA BATATAS ROOT EXTRACT (COSING REF NO. 56764) - NOTE THAT "IPOMOEA BATATAS EXTRACT" MAY ALSO APPEAR AS A BROADER INCI VARIANT DEPENDING ON THE PLANT PART EXTRACTED
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns. Plant-derived, generally well-tolerated. Standard allergen screening recommended for botanical extracts. Extract from the roots of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas, family Convolvulaceae); rich in polyphenols, anthocyanins (especially purple varieties), beta-carotene, and caffeic acid derivatives; provides antioxidant skin protection against external environmental factors; the root extract specifically is the most commonly used form in cosmetic formulations <span ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ipomoea Batatas Extract safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns. Plant-derived, generally well-tolerated. Standard allergen screening recommended for botanical extracts. Extract from the roots of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas, family Convolvulaceae); rich in polyphenols, anthocyanins (especially purple varieties), beta-carotene, and caffeic acid derivatives; provides antioxidant skin protection against external environmental factors; the root extract specifically is the most commonly used form in cosmetic formulations <span ... The EU classifies Ipomoea Batatas Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ipomoea Batatas Extract allowed in the EU?
Ipomoea Batatas Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ipomoea Batatas Extract do in cosmetics?
Ipomoea Batatas Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-11-9 (typically listed under Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ipomoea Batatas 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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