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ACORUS CALAMUS RHIZOME EXTRACT

CAS 84775-39-3 Updated
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Sweet flag rhizome extract — naturally contains beta-asarone, a genotoxic carcinogen that is restricted in EU food and not advisable in cosmetics. Treat as red.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic traditional medicinal plant
  • Antimicrobial and astringent components

Known concerns

  • Contains beta-asarone, IARC-relevant genotoxic carcinogen
  • EU regulates Acorus calamus oil due to asarone
  • Hepatotoxic in animal studies
  • Banned as food flavoring in many regions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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