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BAPTISIA TINCTORIA ROOT

CAS 84775-46-2 Updated
54

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Wild indigo root — a traditional herbal extract that contains real (mildly toxic) alkaloids. Used at low cosmetic levels with no significant absorption, but no formal safety review.

Skin benefits

  • Traditional immune-soothing botanical
  • Mild antimicrobial activity
  • Skin conditioning herbal extract

Known concerns

  • Contains toxic alkaloids (cytisine, sparteine, anagyrine)
  • Ingestion not advised — keep to topical use
  • Mildly toxic when concentrated
  • No CIR/SCCS safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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