Is Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder safe in cosmetics?
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder
INCI: CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS LEAF POWDER
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder (CAS No specific CAS assigned (botanical powders of this type often lack a single CAS; listed as "0" in China CFDA database)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
No specific CAS assigned (botanical powders of this type often lack a single CAS; listed as "0" in China CFDA database)
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Function
Humectant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed. Lemongrass is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) in food; no specific restrictions on leaf powder in cosmetics.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder.
Regulatory Flags
essential-oil
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder allowed in the EU?
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder do in cosmetics?
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Powder functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No specific CAS assigned (botanical powders of this type often lack a single CAS; listed as "0" in China CFDA database).
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