Allowed in EU

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract

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

What is it?

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Saururus chinensis, Saururaceae

What does it do?

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

EU regulatory status

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Saururus Chinensis Root Extract?

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Saururus chinensis, Saururaceae

Is Saururus Chinensis Root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Saururus Chinensis Root Extract do in cosmetic products?

Saururus Chinensis Root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.

What is the CAS number of Saururus Chinensis Root Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Saururus Chinensis 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