Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
β-glucans can trigger innate immune responses at high concentrations, relevant for damaged or compromised skin. Manufacturing kill step above 50°C confirmed to eliminate viable cells. Different species from pathogenic C. albicans with BSL-1 classification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candida Utilis Cell Wall safe in cosmetics?
β-glucans can trigger innate immune responses at high concentrations, relevant for damaged or compromised skin. Manufacturing kill step above 50°C confirmed to eliminate viable cells. Different species from pathogenic C. albicans with BSL-1 classification. The EU classifies Candida Utilis Cell Wall as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Candida Utilis Cell Wall allowed in the EU?
Candida Utilis Cell Wall EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Candida Utilis Cell Wall do in cosmetics?
Candida Utilis Cell Wall functions as: Viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None individually assigned for cosmetic-grade cell wall isolate.
What is the Margin of Safety for Candida Utilis Cell Wall?
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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