Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally recognized as safe polymer with adequate margin of safety; however, data gaps exist for reproductive toxicity, developmental toxicity, endocrine activity, and repeated-dose neurotoxicity; shellfish allergen cross-contamination risk from protein residues warrants precaution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chitin safe in cosmetics?
Generally recognized as safe polymer with adequate margin of safety; however, data gaps exist for reproductive toxicity, developmental toxicity, endocrine activity, and repeated-dose neurotoxicity; shellfish allergen cross-contamination risk from protein residues warrants precaution. The EU classifies Chitin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Chitin allowed in the EU?
Chitin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Chitin do in cosmetics?
Chitin functions as: Film forming; skin conditioning; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1398-61-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Chitin?
adequate 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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