Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally well tolerated; as an isolated polysaccharide fraction from Bifidobacterium, sensitization risk is very low; quality depends on sourcing and purification controls. An isolated polysaccharide fraction from Bifidobacterium fermentation; functions as a biological humectant and film-former; supports skin barrier integrity and provides immunomodulatory benefits; part of the broader family of bifida-derived actives that includes ferment lysate and filtrate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bifida Polysaccharide safe in cosmetics?
Generally well tolerated; as an isolated polysaccharide fraction from Bifidobacterium, sensitization risk is very low; quality depends on sourcing and purification controls. An isolated polysaccharide fraction from Bifidobacterium fermentation; functions as a biological humectant and film-former; supports skin barrier integrity and provides immunomodulatory benefits; part of the broader family of bifida-derived actives that includes ferment lysate and filtrate The EU classifies Bifida Polysaccharide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Bifida Polysaccharide allowed in the EU?
Bifida Polysaccharide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bifida Polysaccharide do in cosmetics?
Bifida Polysaccharide functions as: Skin conditioning, moisturizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not independently assigned (derived fraction; often grouped under 96507-89-0 or supplier-specific).
What is the Margin of Safety for Bifida Polysaccharide?
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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