Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data

Cellulase

INCI: CELLULASE

CAS Number
9012-54-8
Function
Skin conditioning (enzyme-based exfoliation)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS for food use; permitted in cosmetics under general provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

1 study endpoint found for Cellulase. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL >=1013.3 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

Expert Verdict

Enzyme activity requires strict pH and temperature control; potential skin irritation at high concentrations and occupational allergenicity risk via inhalation.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cellulase safe in cosmetics?

Enzyme activity requires strict pH and temperature control; potential skin irritation at high concentrations and occupational allergenicity risk via inhalation. The EU classifies Cellulase as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Cellulase allowed in the EU?

Cellulase EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cellulase do in cosmetics?

Cellulase functions as: Skin conditioning (enzyme-based exfoliation). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9012-54-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cellulase?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Cellulase?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Cellulase is >=1013.3 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. Source: REACH.

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