Is Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: restricted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract
INCI: SANGUINARIA CANADENSIS ROOT EXTRACT (ALSO: SANGUINARIA CANADENSIS RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT)
Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract (CAS 84929-48-6) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning; the rhizome/root variant also: cleansing, refreshing, tonic. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning; the rhizome/root variant also: cleansing, refreshing, tonic
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; permitted for cosmetic use. Sanguinarine has been flagged in oral care
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Cleaning agent
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Chemical Function
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Cleaning agent
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Sanguinaria Canadensis Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; the rhizome/root variant also: cleansing, refreshing, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-48-6.
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