Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU; permitted in US when formulated to be non-irritating per CIR safety assessment. Absorption based on molecular weight and logP predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dipalmitoyl Cystine safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU; permitted in US when formulated to be non-irritating per CIR safety assessment. Absorption based on molecular weight and logP predictions. The EU classifies Dipalmitoyl Cystine as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dipalmitoyl Cystine allowed in the EU?
Dipalmitoyl Cystine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dipalmitoyl Cystine do in cosmetics?
Dipalmitoyl Cystine functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: PubChem CID 14100099 (L-Cystine, N,N'-bis(1-oxohhexadecyl)-).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dipalmitoyl Cystine?
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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