Is Endonuclease V safe in cosmetics?
Endonuclease V has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
GOOD
Cosmetic Ingredient
Endonuclease V
INCI: ENDONUCLEASE
Endonuclease V (CAS Not specifically assigned for cosmetic grade; enzyme EC 3.2.2.28) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin protecting — DNA repair enzyme that cleaves abasic sites in UV-damaged DNA. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for cosmetic grade; enzyme EC 3.2.2.28
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Function
Skin protecting — DNA repair enzyme that cleaves abasic sites in UV-damaged DNA
Editorial assessment
GOOD
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR; enzymes used in cosmetics subject to standard safety substantiation
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Endonuclease V.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Endonuclease V — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Endonuclease V allowed in the EU?
Endonuclease V EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Endonuclease V do in cosmetics?
Endonuclease V functions as: Skin protecting — DNA repair enzyme that cleaves abasic sites in UV-damaged DNA. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for cosmetic grade; enzyme EC 3.2.2.28.
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