Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Primarily a nutraceutical ingredient with limited cosmetic use history. Formulator should document intended function and justify use in CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate safe in cosmetics?
Primarily a nutraceutical ingredient with limited cosmetic use history. Formulator should document intended function and justify use in CPSR. The EU classifies Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate allowed in the EU?
Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate do in cosmetics?
Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate functions as: Skin conditioning (calcium salt of β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyric acid / HMB-Ca). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 135236-72-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Hydroxymethylbutyrate?
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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