Beta-Sitosterol

INCI: BETA-SITOSTEROL

CAS Number
83-46-5
Function
emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, masking, stabilising
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS status as food additive (E499); CIR assessed phytosterols as safe in cosmetics; no restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Beta-Sitosterol is safe for use in cosmetics with excellent safety profile, GRAS status, and no genotoxicity concerns.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beta-Sitosterol safe in cosmetics?

Beta-Sitosterol is safe for use in cosmetics with excellent safety profile, GRAS status, and no genotoxicity concerns. The EU classifies Beta-Sitosterol as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Beta-Sitosterol allowed in the EU?

Beta-Sitosterol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Beta-Sitosterol do in cosmetics?

Beta-Sitosterol functions as: emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, masking, stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 83-46-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Beta-Sitosterol?

adequate 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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