Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Rubia Argyi Root Extract

INCI: RUBIA ARGYI ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned in CosIng (distinct from Rubia cordifolia CAS 91845-24-8)
Function
Solvent (per CosIng); likely also skin conditioning, antioxidant based on genus chemistry
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Anthraquinone content flag: some anthraquinones (e.g., lucidin) in Rubia species are classified as genotoxic/mutagenic — verify species-specific anthraquinone profile; Rubia tinctorum (madder) is restricted in EU food contact due to lucidin; ensure supplier COA confirms absence or safe levels of lucidin and rubiadin; limited safety data specific to R. argyi vs. better-studied R. cordifolia

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rubia Argyi Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Anthraquinone content flag: some anthraquinones (e.g., lucidin) in Rubia species are classified as genotoxic/mutagenic — verify species-specific anthraquinone profile; Rubia tinctorum (madder) is restricted in EU food contact due to lucidin; ensure supplier COA confirms absence or safe levels of lucidin and rubiadin; limited safety data specific to R. argyi vs. better-studied R. cordifolia The EU classifies Rubia Argyi Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Rubia Argyi Root Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Rubia Argyi Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Rubia Argyi Root Extract functions as: Solvent (per CosIng); likely also skin conditioning, antioxidant based on genus chemistry. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in CosIng (distinct from Rubia cordifolia CAS 91845-24-8).

What is the Margin of Safety for Rubia Argyi 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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