Is Rubia Tinctorum Root safe in cosmetics?
Rubia Tinctorum Root has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: restricted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Rubia Tinctorum Root
INCI: RUBIA TINCTORUM ROOT
Rubia Tinctorum Root (CAS 84650-16-8 (whole root)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant, Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Colorant, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not approved as color additive; not specifically restricted for cosmetic use but carries significant safety burden
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Rubia Tinctorum Root.
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rubia Tinctorum Root allowed in the EU?
Rubia Tinctorum Root EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Rubia Tinctorum Root do in cosmetics?
Rubia Tinctorum Root functions as: Colorant, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84650-16-8 (whole root).
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