Is Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: restricted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract
Also known as: Rauwolfia serpentina, EINECS 290-234-1
INCI: RAUVOLFIA SERPENTINA ROOT EXTRACT
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract (CAS 90106-13-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Astringent, Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Astringent, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted for topical cosmetic use; however, reserpine is a prescription drug substance — presence in cosmetics could trigger drug classification
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract.
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EU CosIng Annex Listing
European Commission CosIng database Annex references per Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Annex II — Prohibited
Ref: 15
(EC) 2009/1223
Expanded Jurisdictional Detail
Additional regulatory detail beyond the 7-jurisdiction summary: Saudi SFDA, Korea MFDS, ASEAN ACD, Japan/Korea, Brazil/India, and cross-jurisdictional restriction entries.
SA Saudi SFDA (II - Prohibited)
BRIN Brazil/India Cosmetics
Brazil: Prohibited
India: Prohibited (GNRAS)
Additional Jurisdictional Restrictions (1)
| Jurisdiction | Status | Max % | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASEAN | banned | - | All cosmetic products prohibited |
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (2)
EU Banned in Cosmetics
EU CosIng Cosmetics Ingredient Database
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
eu_banned_cosmetics
eu_cosing_listed
Known Synonyms
Rauwolfia serpentina
EINECS 290-234-1
Chemical Function
Astringent
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
banned; Europe; Personal care
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract functions as: Astringent, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90106-13-1.
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