Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Naturally occurring in human glycoproteins and GAGs with minimal concern and limited cosmetic-specific safety data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acetyl Galactosamine safe in cosmetics?
Naturally occurring in human glycoproteins and GAGs with minimal concern and limited cosmetic-specific safety data. The EU classifies Acetyl Galactosamine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Acetyl Galactosamine allowed in the EU?
Acetyl Galactosamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acetyl Galactosamine do in cosmetics?
Acetyl Galactosamine functions as: Skin Conditioning, Humectant (amino sugar). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 14215-68-0 (N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Acetyl Galactosamine?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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