Is Asafoetida Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Asafoetida Root Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Asafoetida Root Extract
INCI: FERULA ASSA FOETIDA ROOT EXTRACT
Asafoetida Root Extract (CAS 90028-70-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance, soothing, tonic. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance, soothing, tonic
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Oleo-gum-resin is GRAS as food flavoring (21 CFR 182.20); no CIR assessment exists
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Asafoetida Root Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Fragrance
Humectant
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Asafoetida Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
no-cir-review
no-sccs-opinion
data-gap-absorption
data-gap-mos
sensitization-signal
fragrance-allergen-risk
sulfur-disulfide-sensitizer
Chemical Function
Humectant
Fragrance
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Asafoetida Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Asafoetida Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Asafoetida Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Asafoetida Root Extract functions as: Fragrance, soothing, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-70-9.
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