Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract

INCI: GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) GERM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin-Conditioning Agent — Miscellaneous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not restricted under 21 CFR; 56 VCRP formulations at up to 0.45%

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Highest isoflavone (phytoestrogen) load among all soy parts with significant genistein and daidzein concentrations; estrogenic activity concern; used near eyes at up to 0.01%; soy allergen.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract safe in cosmetics?

Highest isoflavone (phytoestrogen) load among all soy parts with significant genistein and daidzein concentrations; estrogenic activity concern; used near eyes at up to 0.01%; soy allergen. The EU classifies Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract allowed in the EU?

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract do in cosmetics?

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract functions as: Skin-Conditioning Agent — Miscellaneous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract?

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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