Potentilla Erecta Root Extract

INCI: POTENTILLA ERECTA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
90083-09-3
Function
Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; Tormentil root is a well-established botanical

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Same CAS as whole-plant extract; differentiation relies on INCI and specification documents. Very astringent; must be formulated carefully for sensitive skin applications. Verify tannin content via COA.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potentilla Erecta Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Same CAS as whole-plant extract; differentiation relies on INCI and specification documents. Very astringent; must be formulated carefully for sensitive skin applications. Verify tannin content via COA. The EU classifies Potentilla Erecta Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potentilla Erecta Root Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Potentilla Erecta Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Potentilla Erecta Root Extract functions as: Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90083-09-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Potentilla Erecta 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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