Banned in EU

Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, tonic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Sassafras Officinale Bark/Root Extract is an extract of the bark and roots of the Sassafras, Sassafras officinale, Lauraceae

What does it do?

Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Tonic

    provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 360), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Classification: R3

Frequently asked questions

What is Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract?

Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sassafras Officinale Bark/Root Extract is an extract of the bark and roots of the Sassafras, Sassafras officinale, Lauraceae

Is Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract do in cosmetic products?

Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract is -.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010