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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Curcuminoids are photodegradable and potentially phototoxic; assess photostability in formulation. Yellow staining potential. If used as colorant, may trigger Annex IV classification requirements in EU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Demethoxycurcumin safe in cosmetics?
Curcuminoids are photodegradable and potentially phototoxic; assess photostability in formulation. Yellow staining potential. If used as colorant, may trigger Annex IV classification requirements in EU. The EU classifies Bis-Demethoxycurcumin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Demethoxycurcumin allowed in the EU?
Bis-Demethoxycurcumin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Demethoxycurcumin do in cosmetics?
Bis-Demethoxycurcumin functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning (natural curcuminoid from Curcuma longa). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 33171-05-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Demethoxycurcumin?
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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