Polygonum Aviculare Extract

INCI: POLYGONUM AVICULARE EXTRACT

CAS Number
84604-04-6
Function
Skin conditioning – emollient; antioxidant (IR-aging protection via cathepsin G inhibition)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction; permitted under general cosmetic provisions (21 CFR 700–740)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains tannins with potential mild astringency at high concentrations; no known phototoxicity, genotoxicity, or reproductive concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polygonum Aviculare Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains tannins with potential mild astringency at high concentrations; no known phototoxicity, genotoxicity, or reproductive concerns. The EU classifies Polygonum Aviculare Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polygonum Aviculare Extract allowed in the EU?

Polygonum Aviculare Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polygonum Aviculare Extract do in cosmetics?

Polygonum Aviculare Extract functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient; antioxidant (IR-aging protection via cathepsin G inhibition). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84604-04-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polygonum Aviculare 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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