Glucosyl Ceramide NP

INCI: GLUCOSYL CERAMIDE NP

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (glucosylated form of Ceramide NP, CAS 100403-19-8)
Function
Skin Conditioning (barrier repair, moisture retention)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” covered under CIR ceramide family safety assessment

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Same BSE/TSE sourcing caveat as glucosyl ceramide; yeast-fermented or plant-derived sources eliminate this concern.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glucosyl Ceramide NP safe in cosmetics?

Same BSE/TSE sourcing caveat as glucosyl ceramide; yeast-fermented or plant-derived sources eliminate this concern. The EU classifies Glucosyl Ceramide NP as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Glucosyl Ceramide NP allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glucosyl Ceramide NP do in cosmetics?

Glucosyl Ceramide NP functions as: Skin Conditioning (barrier repair, moisture retention). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (glucosylated form of Ceramide NP, CAS 100403-19-8).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glucosyl Ceramide NP?

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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