Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein

INCI: HYDROLYZED AMARANTH PROTEIN

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for hydrolyzed form (do not confuse with CAS 915-67-3, which is Amaranth dye CI 16185)
Function
Skin-Conditioning Agent – Miscellaneous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR Expert Panel concluded plant-derived proteins/peptides (including this ingredient) are safe in the present practices of use and concentration (2022 Final Report)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Plant-derived protein safe per CIR Expert Panel (2022); potential cross-reactivity in grain/seed allergies and ensure hydrolysate molecular weight is well-characterized to avoid sensitization from high-molecular-weight fragments.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein safe in cosmetics?

Plant-derived protein safe per CIR Expert Panel (2022); potential cross-reactivity in grain/seed allergies and ensure hydrolysate molecular weight is well-characterized to avoid sensitization from high-molecular-weight fragments. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein allowed in the EU?

Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein do in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein functions as: Skin-Conditioning Agent – Miscellaneous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for hydrolyzed form (do not confuse with CAS 915-67-3, which is Amaranth dye CI 16185).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein?

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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