Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Enzyme with good safety profile; occupational inhalation risk if aerosolized; avoid high concentrations in powder formulations.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amylase safe in cosmetics?
Enzyme with good safety profile; occupational inhalation risk if aerosolized; avoid high concentrations in powder formulations. The EU classifies Amylase as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Amylase allowed in the EU?
Amylase EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Amylase do in cosmetics?
Amylase functions as: Skin conditioning (enzyme-based hydrolysis of starches). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-90-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Amylase?
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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