Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must quantify free salicylic acid release as EU Annex III restrictions on salicylic acid apply if released; contraindicated in children under 3 years per EU labeling requirements; aspirin-sensitive consumers at risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chitosan Salicylate safe in cosmetics?
Must quantify free salicylic acid release as EU Annex III restrictions on salicylic acid apply if released; contraindicated in children under 3 years per EU labeling requirements; aspirin-sensitive consumers at risk. The EU classifies Chitosan Salicylate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Chitosan Salicylate allowed in the EU?
Chitosan Salicylate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Chitosan Salicylate do in cosmetics?
Chitosan Salicylate functions as: Antioxidant, film forming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (salicylic acid salt of chitosan).
What is the Margin of Safety for Chitosan Salicylate?
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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