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Botanical Extract

SASSAFRAS OFFICINALE BARK/ROOT EXTRACT

18

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Sassafras bark/root extract — contains safrole, an EU-prohibited (Annex II) carcinogenic compound. Use in cosmetics is restricted because of genotoxicity and hepatotoxicity, and the extract should be avoided in leave-on products.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Traditional aromatic use
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Contains safrole — listed in EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II (prohibited)
  • Safrole is IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen
  • Hepatotoxic and genotoxic potential
  • Banned as food additive in many jurisdictions
  • Photosensitization risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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