Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
トウキ根エキス (Tōki-kon ekisu)
Also known as: Touki Root Extract, Japanese Angelica Root Extract
Looking for a Japanese supplier of Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract? Tell usAt a glance
| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract↗ |
| Japanese labeling name | トウキ根エキス |
| Common Japanese notations | トウキ根エキス, 当帰エキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (Angelica acutiloba, Japanese angelica) |
| Typical functions | Skin conditioning, Soothing |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. The dried root is also a major Kampo medicinal material (当帰, tōki) separately regulated for medicinal use. |
Tōki (Angelica acutiloba) is one of the foundational botanicals in Japanese Kampo medicine. The dried root (当帰) appears in many formulations and has a centuries-long use history. In cosmetics, tōki root extract is used in sensitive-skin formulations and in product lines that reference Japanese traditional medicinal heritage.
Find OEM manufacturers
Browse Japanese OEM manufacturers that build products in this category. Filter by small lot, certifications, prefecture.
Classification
Tags below link to other ingredients sharing the same attribute, so you can pivot from one ingredient to its peers.
Product applications
Regulatory tags
Origin
Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Sensitive-skin lotions and toners
- Kampo-adjacent cosmetic lines
- Women's wellness supplements
- Bath additives and warming body care
- Hair tonics and scalp essences
Ingredient profile
Angelica acutiloba root extract is produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of the dried roots of Angelica acutiloba. The extract contains ligustilide, butylphthalide, ferulic acid, and polysaccharides.
The cosmetic-grade extract and the Kampo medicinal material (当帰) share source material but are handled under separate regulatory frameworks.
OEM applications
In cosmetics, tōki extract appears in sensitive-skin formulations and some essence-type products. It is often combined with other Kampo-adjacent botanicals like shakuyaku (Paeonia lactiflora) root extract.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Cosmetic use is permitted under the JSCI dictionary.
当帰 as a Kampo medicinal material is regulated under the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act when prepared and claimed for medicinal use.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng. Permitted for cosmetic use. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. |
| China | Permitted per IECIC listings; note that the closely related Angelica sinensis is distinct. |
| Korea | Permitted under KFDA / MFDS. |
Market reference formulations
Example finished products will be added after each product's current full ingredient list has been verified.
All brand names and product names referenced anywhere on this site are the property of their respective owners. Example entries are provided for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement.
Alternative ingredients
Related ingredients commonly evaluated as substitutes.
Quick answers
- What is Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract?
- Tōki (Angelica acutiloba) is one of the foundational botanicals in Japanese Kampo medicine. The dried root (当帰) appears in many formulations and has a centuries-long use history. In cosmetics, tōki root extract is used in sensitive-skin formulations and in product lines that reference Japanese traditional medicinal heritage.
- What is the regulatory status of Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract in Japan?
- Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. The dried root is also a major Kampo medicinal material (当帰, tōki) separately regulated for medicinal use.
- What products typically use Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract?
- Sensitive-skin lotions and toners / Kampo-adjacent cosmetic lines / Women's wellness supplements / Bath additives and warming body care / Hair tonics and scalp essences
- Where does Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract come from?
- Plant-derived (Angelica acutiloba, Japanese angelica)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract?
- INCI: Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract / JSCI: トウキ根エキス
Explore related ingredients
Used in similar product applications
Other ingredients commonly used in the same finished-product families.
Apple Ceramide
Facial skincareBody careSupplements
Botanboufu (Sakuna)
Facial skincareBody careSupplements
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Extract
Facial skincareBody careBath products
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Facial skincareBody careBath products
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Facial skincareBody careSupplements
Sharing similar functions
Ingredients that overlap on functional benefit tags.
From the same origin
Other ingredients that share an origin classification.
Regulatory guidance
Take the next step
FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. Is Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract acceptable as a cosmetic ingredient in major markets?
Yes, it is listed in the EU CosIng inventory and INCI dictionary with skin-conditioning function and is acceptable for cosmetic use in Japan, EU, US, and most Asian markets. Note: in Japan it is also a Kampo crude drug (Tōki) regulated under the JP Pharmacopoeia when used for medicinal purposes — separate the cosmetic-grade extract from the pharmacopoeia-grade material.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- CosIng database — INCI: Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
- Japanese Pharmacopoeia (JP) — Toki crude drug monograph
Q. Is Angelica Acutiloba the same INCI/species as Angelica sinensis (dong quai)?
No — Angelica acutiloba is the Japanese species (Yamato-tōki / Hokkai-tōki cultivars) and Angelica sinensis is the Chinese species (dong quai); they are botanically and INCI-distinct. Buyers sourcing for the Japanese-heritage narrative should specify A. acutiloba on supplier specs to avoid substitution.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- CosIng database — separate INCI entries for A. acutiloba and A. sinensis
Q. What sourcing regions in Japan supply cosmetic-grade tōki?
Major domestic Tōki-producing prefectures include Nara (Yamato-tōki cultivar), Hokkaido (Hokkai-tōki), Iwate, and Gunma. Domestically-cultivated Tōki commands a premium over imported material and is often the basis for Made-in-Japan storytelling.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries) — domestic medicinal-plant cultivation statistics
Q. What is the typical OEM MOQ and lead time for tōki extract supply?
Domestic Japanese tōki extract typically has MOQs starting around 5-20 kg with 4-8 week lead times, though premium single-region material may require longer. Bulk pricing improves significantly above 100 kg orders.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese botanical extract supplier norms
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Use cases
Sensitive-skin essence / serum
- Positioning
- Kampo-inspired skincare for mature or reactive skin
- Typical usage level
- 1-3% liquid extract
- Formulation notes
- Often paired with Paeonia lactiflora (shakuyaku) root extract for the classic Tōki-shakuyaku narrative
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese Kampo-skincare product examples
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Warming body care / massage oil
- Positioning
- Wellness, women's-health-adjacent positioning
- Formulation notes
- Used in oil-soluble or hybrid systems; combine with ginger or yuzu for warming sensorial
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese wellness body-care market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Quasi-drug bath additive (yakuyō nyūyokuzai)
- Positioning
- Traditional Japanese onsen / Kampo bath-soak segment
- Formulation notes
- Tōki is one of the recognized crude drugs allowable in 厚生労働省 (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)-approved bath quasi-drugs
Sources
- 厚生労働省 (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) — Quasi-drug ingredient standards (Yakuyō Nyūyokuzai)
Anti-aging / barrier-repair cream
- Positioning
- Premium Kampo-heritage skincare line
- Typical usage level
- 1-3%
- Formulation notes
- Compatible with O/W emulsions; pH stable in 4.5-7 range
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese Kampo-skincare formulation patterns
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Search the academic literature
Pre-filled queries for the major research databases. Opens in a new tab.
Official regulatory databases
External links to public Japanese / international regulatory authorities. We are not affiliated.
References
- JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name directory — トウキ根エキス
- EU CosIng entry: Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.