Ficin

INCI: FICIN

CAS Number
9001-33-6
Function
Skin conditioning / exfoliating enzyme (cysteine protease, EC 3.4.22.3)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FDA 21 CFR 184.1316 (GRAS for direct food use); no cosmetic-specific restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract with cross-reactivity risk to papain and bromelain; concentration-dependent proteolysis can compromise skin barrier; occupational sensitization documented.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ficin safe in cosmetics?

Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract with cross-reactivity risk to papain and bromelain; concentration-dependent proteolysis can compromise skin barrier; occupational sensitization documented. The EU classifies Ficin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ficin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ficin do in cosmetics?

Ficin functions as: Skin conditioning / exfoliating enzyme (cysteine protease, EC 3.4.22.3). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9001-33-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ficin?

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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