RegulyzeBlack cohosh
Cimicifuga racemosa · Rhizome/root extract
Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework, with a permitted limit of 40-200 mg/day max. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | 40-200 mg/day max | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
About Black cohosh
Black cohosh is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Cimicifuga racemosa). The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Black cohosh permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) (listed in the regulation as “Cimicifuga racemosa (Actaea racemosa) rhizome/root extract”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Black cohosh?
The permitted level recorded for Black cohosh is 40-200 mg/day max. Limits can vary by product type and market — confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Black cohosh belong to?
Black cohosh is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Black cohosh?
Black cohosh corresponds to Cimicifuga racemosa, with the rhizome/root extract used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.