Chitosan Nitrate

INCI: CHITOSAN NITRATE

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned (nitric acid salt of chitosan, CAS 9012-76-4)
Function
Film forming, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; chitosan parent is GRAS-listed; no MoCRA-specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Nitrate counterion requires monitoring for nitrosamine contamination potential; nitrite-free grade recommended.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chitosan Nitrate safe in cosmetics?

Nitrate counterion requires monitoring for nitrosamine contamination potential; nitrite-free grade recommended. The EU classifies Chitosan Nitrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Chitosan Nitrate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Chitosan Nitrate do in cosmetics?

Chitosan Nitrate functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (nitric acid salt of chitosan, CAS 9012-76-4).

What is the Margin of Safety for Chitosan Nitrate?

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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