Colostrum Whey

INCI: COLOSTRUM WHEY

CAS Number
Not assigned (bovine colostrum-derived; related Whey Protein CAS: 84082-51-9)
Function
Skin protecting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: no specific restrictions. Whey is GRAS for human consumption (21 CFR ยง184.1979). CIR reviewed bovine milk proteins (including Whey Protein) and concluded them safe as used in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Animal origin (bovine) with BSE/TSE risk that must be managed via sourcing controls; potential allergen for milk-sensitive individuals; must comply with EU Animal By-Products Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colostrum Whey safe in cosmetics?

Animal origin (bovine) with BSE/TSE risk that must be managed via sourcing controls; potential allergen for milk-sensitive individuals; must comply with EU Animal By-Products Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 The EU classifies Colostrum Whey as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Colostrum Whey allowed in the EU?

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

What does Colostrum Whey do in cosmetics?

Colostrum Whey functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (bovine colostrum-derived; related Whey Protein CAS: 84082-51-9).

What is the Margin of Safety for Colostrum Whey?

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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