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Phytolacca Decandra Extract

Korean: 미국자리공추출물 · CAS 60820-94-2 · Functions: skin conditioning

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited MFDS prohibited ingredients

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited Annex II/374

Conditions: Phytolacca spp. and their preparations

Source: EU CosIng — Annex II · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Other markets

How Phytolacca Decandra Extract is treated in 6 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

Market	Status	Conditions
CN China	Prohibited	—
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Prohibited	—
TW Taiwan	Prohibited	—
CA Canada	Prohibited	—
BR Brazil	Prohibited	—
AR Argentina	Prohibited	—

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

Also listed as

PHYTOLACCA DECANDRA EXTRACT 미국자리공추출물

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Prohibited” (EU CosIng — Annex II).

Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Prohibited” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions).

Is Phytolacca Decandra Extract allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Phytolacca Decandra Extract used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: skin conditioning.

What is Phytolacca Decandra Extract called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 미국자리공추출물.

What is the CAS number of Phytolacca Decandra Extract?

CAS 60820-94-2 (from official records).