Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
INCI: TARAXACUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Elevated sesquiterpene lactone content vs. leaf/flower parts; Asteraceae allergy cross-reactivity; latex-like sap may cause contact irritation in sensitive individuals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Elevated sesquiterpene lactone content vs. leaf/flower parts; Asteraceae allergy cross-reactivity; latex-like sap may cause contact irritation in sensitive individuals The EU classifies Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, soothing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68990-74-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/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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