Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract

INCI: POTERIUM SANGUISORBA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
84787-71-3 (shared with *Sanguisorba officinalis* root extract)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No specific monograph; permitted under general cosmetic ingredient framework (no pre-market approval required)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Synonym confusion exists with Sanguisorba officinalis and Poterium officinale; botanical identity must be confirmed by supplier Certificate of Analysis.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Synonym confusion exists with Sanguisorba officinalis and Poterium officinale; botanical identity must be confirmed by supplier Certificate of Analysis. The EU classifies Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Poterium Sanguisorba Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84787-71-3 (shared with *Sanguisorba officinalis* root extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Poterium Sanguisorba 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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