Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract

INCI: PHYTOLACCA DECANDRA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Plant extract with pharmacologically active constituents
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA cosmetic ban; documented acute toxicity

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Prohibited in EU due to high concentration of toxic saponins and triterpenoid glycosides in root material; documented gastrointestinal and hematological toxicity; root extract more hazardous than aerial parts.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Prohibited in EU due to high concentration of toxic saponins and triterpenoid glycosides in root material; documented gastrointestinal and hematological toxicity; root extract more hazardous than aerial parts. The EU classifies Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract functions as: Plant extract with pharmacologically active constituents. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Phytolacca Decandra Root Extract?

adequate 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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