Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract)
INCI: ROSEMARY EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
8 study endpoints found for Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract). NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 130 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 130 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 130 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 130 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 1500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Good safety profile with antioxidant benefits; generally considered safe for cosmetic use at established concentration limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) safe in cosmetics?
Good safety profile with antioxidant benefits; generally considered safe for cosmetic use at established concentration limits. The EU classifies Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 8 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) allowed in the EU?
Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) do in cosmetics?
Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a Fragrance in our database. CAS number: 84604-14-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf 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.
What is the NOAEL for Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract)?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) is 200 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 8 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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