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Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract

Korean: 인도사목추출물 · CAS 90106-13-1 · Functions: astringent, 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/15

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 Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract is treated in 5 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
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

RAUWOLFIA SERPENTINA EXTRACT 인도사목추출물

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 Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract banned in the European Union?

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

Is Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract banned in South Korea?

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

Is Rauwolfia Serpentina 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 Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract used for in cosmetics?

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

What is Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 인도사목추출물.

What is the CAS number of Rauwolfia Serpentina Extract?

CAS 90106-13-1 (from official records).