Colorant

Beta Vulgaris Root Extract

Also known as Beetroot Extract
INCI: BETA VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 89957-89-1 / 89957-90-4 EC 289-610-8 / 289-611-3
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Sugar Beet, Beta vulgaris L., Chenopodiaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Beta Vulgaris Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Sugar Beet, Beta vulgaris L., Chenopodiaceae

Purpose

Function

Skin Conditioning, Colorant (betanin/betacyanins)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Flags
plant-extractcolorant
Verdict

Minimal concerns; if used as colorant, comply with Annex IV; citric acid and ascorbic acid often co-formulated as stabilizers. Check interactions with other actives.

US Note

Permitted; beet root extract color additive exempt from certification (21 CFR 73.40)

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
89957-89-1 / 89957-90-4
EC Number
289-610-8 / 289-611-3
INCI
BETA VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
Category
Colorant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026