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ANGELICA DAHURICA SEED POWDER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

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Angelica dahurica seed powder contains furanocoumarins including bergapten and xanthotoxin, which are potent photosensitizers causing phytophotodermatitis and are restricted in EU cosmetics.

Angelica dahurica (also known as Bai Zhi) is a plant whose roots and seeds contain furanocoumarins such as bergapten (5-methoxypsoralen) and xanthotoxin (8-methoxypsoralen). These compounds cause phytophotodermatitis — a severe photosensitivity reaction when applied to skin and exposed to UV light. EU CosIng has specific restrictions for Angelica archangelica and related species due to furanocoumarin content. The seed, like other parts of this plant, is subject to similar regulatory concern. Furanocoumarins are listed in EU Annex III with concentration restrictions for cosmetic use.

Known concerns

  • Furanocoumarins are potent photosensitizers — causes phytophotodermatitis
  • EU Annex III restricted due to bergapten and xanthotoxin content
  • Prohibited in sun-exposed cosmetic products
  • Known photosensitization risk requiring specific use conditions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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