Fish Scale Extract

INCI: FISH SCALE EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin conditioning — primarily a collagen/hydroxyapatite source
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not prohibited under 21 CFR 700

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Scales can accumulate heavy metals from aquatic environment; certified heavy metal testing mandatory; fish allergen labeling required; hydrolyzed forms require molecular weight characterization; extraction solvent residues must be verified.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fish Scale Extract safe in cosmetics?

Scales can accumulate heavy metals from aquatic environment; certified heavy metal testing mandatory; fish allergen labeling required; hydrolyzed forms require molecular weight characterization; extraction solvent residues must be verified. The EU classifies Fish Scale Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Fish Scale Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Fish Scale Extract do in cosmetics?

Fish Scale Extract functions as: Skin conditioning — primarily a collagen/hydroxyapatite source. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Fish Scale Extract?

not established 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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