Human Lysozyme

INCI: HUMAN LYSOZYME

CAS Number
89990-14-9 (human-origin); note: generic lysozyme (hen egg) is 9001-63-2
Function
Antimicrobial and skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not explicitly prohibited for cosmetics; recombinant version has cleaner regulatory pathway

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Human lysozyme is permitted in cosmetics; recombinant versions have established regulatory approval, though safety data remains moderate.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Human Lysozyme safe in cosmetics?

Human lysozyme is permitted in cosmetics; recombinant versions have established regulatory approval, though safety data remains moderate. The EU classifies Human Lysozyme as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Human Lysozyme allowed in the EU?

Human Lysozyme EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Human Lysozyme do in cosmetics?

Human Lysozyme functions as: Antimicrobial and skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89990-14-9 (human-origin); note: generic lysozyme (hen egg) is 9001-63-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Human Lysozyme?

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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