Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract

INCI: LITHOSPERMUM ERYTHRORHIZON ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
223749-76-6
Function
Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No restrictions; used primarily in K-beauty and Asian cosmetics; no FDA restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Korean gromwell root extract containing shikonin-type naphthoquinones with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-repair properties; purple-red colorant; stable only at pH 4.5-6.5; no EU or US restrictions

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

uv-sensitive ph-sensitive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Korean gromwell root extract containing shikonin-type naphthoquinones with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-repair properties; purple-red colorant; stable only at pH 4.5-6.5; no EU or US restrictions The EU classifies Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-76-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lithospermum Erythrorhizon 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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