Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Caffeine pyruvate is a niche derivative combining caffeine and pyruvic acid with good safety profile and no reported sensitization concerns at cosmetic use levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caffeine Pyruvate safe in cosmetics?
Caffeine pyruvate is a niche derivative combining caffeine and pyruvic acid with good safety profile and no reported sensitization concerns at cosmetic use levels. The EU classifies Caffeine Pyruvate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Caffeine Pyruvate allowed in the EU?
Caffeine Pyruvate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Caffeine Pyruvate do in cosmetics?
Caffeine Pyruvate functions as: skin conditioning, masking, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Caffeine Pyruvate?
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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