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Expert Verdict
CIR Final Report (Oct 2022): data insufficient for safety determination. No reported cosmetic use (VCRP 2022 / Council survey 2019). CIR requires impurities data and cosmetic-specific method of manufacture data before safety conclusion. Found naturally in kombucha (~5.23 g/L). Hydrolyzes to glucaric acid in aqueous solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glucarolactone safe in cosmetics?
CIR Final Report (Oct 2022): data insufficient for safety determination. No reported cosmetic use (VCRP 2022 / Council survey 2019). CIR requires impurities data and cosmetic-specific method of manufacture data before safety conclusion. Found naturally in kombucha (~5.23 g/L). Hydrolyzes to glucaric acid in aqueous solution. The EU classifies Glucarolactone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Glucarolactone allowed in the EU?
Glucarolactone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glucarolactone do in cosmetics?
Glucarolactone functions as: Not reported. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2782-04-9; 389-36-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glucarolactone?
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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