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Expert Verdict
5-ALA phosphate salt is used as a humectant at cosmetic concentrations and considered safe, but photosensitivity potential should be evaluated if used at higher concentrations due to pharmaceutical photodynamic therapy applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
5-ALA phosphate salt is used as a humectant at cosmetic concentrations and considered safe, but photosensitivity potential should be evaluated if used at higher concentrations due to pharmaceutical photodynamic therapy applications. The EU classifies Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate functions as: Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 868074-65-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Aminolevulinic Acid Phosphate?
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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