Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Root tissues are known PA reservoirs. Petasin/isopetasin are active sesquiterpenes but co-occur with toxic PAs. Only PA-free standardized extracts are acceptable
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petasites Japonicus Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Root tissues are known PA reservoirs. Petasin/isopetasin are active sesquiterpenes but co-occur with toxic PAs. Only PA-free standardized extracts are acceptable The EU classifies Petasites Japonicus Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Petasites Japonicus Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Petasites Japonicus Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Petasites Japonicus Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Petasites Japonicus Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91845-41-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Petasites Japonicus 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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