Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract
INCI: VALERIANA OFFICINALIS RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root 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 | 18600 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 3100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 18600 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 3100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Most widely used Valeriana INCI in cosmetics; well-documented safety profile; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties noted
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Most widely used Valeriana INCI in cosmetics; well-documented safety profile; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties noted The EU classifies Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract functions as: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8057-49-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Valeriana Officinalis 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.
What is the NOAEL for Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Valeriana Officinalis Rhizome/Root Extract is 18600 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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