Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU cosmetics due to BSE/TSE prion contamination risk from bovine neural tissue origin. US use restricted pending proof of non-animal source or synthetic equivalence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cerebrosides safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU cosmetics due to BSE/TSE prion contamination risk from bovine neural tissue origin. US use restricted pending proof of non-animal source or synthetic equivalence. The EU classifies Cerebrosides as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cerebrosides allowed in the EU?
Cerebrosides EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cerebrosides do in cosmetics?
Cerebrosides functions as: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning – Emollient, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85116-74-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cerebrosides?
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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