Rumex Acetosella Extract

INCI: RUMEX ACETOSELLA EXTRACT

CAS Number
84837-12-5
Function
Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction; listed in VCRP as skin conditioning agent

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains oxalic acid โ€” avoid high concentrations on damaged skin; anthraquinone derivatives present in Rumex genus require monitoring

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rumex Acetosella Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains oxalic acid โ€” avoid high concentrations on damaged skin; anthraquinone derivatives present in Rumex genus require monitoring The EU classifies Rumex Acetosella Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Rumex Acetosella Extract allowed in the EU?

Rumex Acetosella Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Rumex Acetosella Extract do in cosmetics?

Rumex Acetosella Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84837-12-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Rumex Acetosella 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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