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Botanical powder (ginger family)

ZINGIBER CASSUMUNAR ROOT POWDER

CAS 84696-15-1
74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Powdered Plai (Cassumunar ginger) root used in soothing and anti-inflammatory traditional formulations. Generally well tolerated, with typical botanical allergen caveats.

Skin benefits

  • Traditional Thai medicinal ginger (Plai) with anti-inflammatory use
  • Contains compounds with antioxidant activity
  • Used in soothing and warming topical formulations
  • Historical safety record from traditional use

Known concerns

  • Essential oil fraction can contain allergens like terpenes
  • Possible photosensitivity in very high concentrations
  • Batch variability typical of botanical powders
  • Limited modern controlled clinical studies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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