Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Source material matters — bovine CNS tissue-derived ceramides are prohibited in the US (BSE risk). Plant-derived (phytosphingosine-based) sources are preferred and do not carry this risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glucosyl Ceramide safe in cosmetics?
Source material matters — bovine CNS tissue-derived ceramides are prohibited in the US (BSE risk). Plant-derived (phytosphingosine-based) sources are preferred and do not carry this risk. The EU classifies Glucosyl Ceramide as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Glucosyl Ceramide allowed in the EU?
Glucosyl Ceramide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glucosyl Ceramide do in cosmetics?
Glucosyl Ceramide functions as: Skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent, barrier repair. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85187-36-4 (glycosphingolipid-class identifier).
What is the Margin of Safety for Glucosyl Ceramide?
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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