Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin conditioning use poses minimal dermal risk at concentrations ≤0.1%; systemic toxicity concerns limit oral/ingestion applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycyrrhizic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Skin conditioning use poses minimal dermal risk at concentrations ≤0.1%; systemic toxicity concerns limit oral/ingestion applications. The EU classifies Glycyrrhizic Acid as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glycyrrhizic Acid allowed in the EU?
Glycyrrhizic Acid EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycyrrhizic Acid do in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhizic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning agent; flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1405-86-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycyrrhizic Acid?
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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