Fructan

INCI: FRUCTAN

CAS Number
9013-95-0 (generic inulin-type fructan)
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not restricted; fructan/inulin has GRAS status for food use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Minimal concerns; structurally related to fructooligosaccharides reviewed by CIR as safe as used; ensure microbial quality control of aqueous solutions; no dedicated CIR monograph but covered under saccharide family logic

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fructan safe in cosmetics?

Minimal concerns; structurally related to fructooligosaccharides reviewed by CIR as safe as used; ensure microbial quality control of aqueous solutions; no dedicated CIR monograph but covered under saccharide family logic The EU classifies Fructan as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Fructan allowed in the EU?

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

What does Fructan do in cosmetics?

Fructan functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9013-95-0 (generic inulin-type fructan).

What is the Margin of Safety for Fructan?

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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