Is Homarine HCl safe in cosmetics?
Homarine HCl has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Homarine HCl
INCI: HOMARINE HCL
Homarine HCl (CAS 824-84-0 (N-methylpicolinic acid hydrochloride)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant, Skin Conditioning — protects skin cells from dehydration and. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
824-84-0 (N-methylpicolinic acid hydrochloride)
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Function
Humectant, Skin Conditioning — protects skin cells from dehydration and environmental stress
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not restricted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Homarine HCl.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Homarine HCl allowed in the EU?
Homarine HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Homarine HCl do in cosmetics?
Homarine HCl functions as: Humectant, Skin Conditioning — protects skin cells from dehydration and environmental stress. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 824-84-0 (N-methylpicolinic acid hydrochloride).
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