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Is Symphytum Officinale Root Extract vegetarian?

Symphytum Officinale Root Extract

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Symphytum Officinale Root Extract is derived from the roots of comfrey, Symphytum officinale, family Boraginaceae, a perennial flowering plant; internal or long-term topical use of comfrey is discouraged due to liver toxicity concerns.

INCI name Symphytum Officinale Root Extract
CAS number 84696-05-9
EC number 283-625-3
CosIng ID 84281
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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