Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolyzed barley protein is CIR-reviewed and safe in present practices. Gluten-related sensitization risk exists; peptide lengths should not exceed 30 amino acids to minimize Type I hypersensitivity. Should not be used on damaged skin or products contacting mucous membranes if peptide distribution is uncharacterized. Gluten content should be declared for consumer transparency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Barley Protein safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed barley protein is CIR-reviewed and safe in present practices. Gluten-related sensitization risk exists; peptide lengths should not exceed 30 amino acids to minimize Type I hypersensitivity. Should not be used on damaged skin or products contacting mucous membranes if peptide distribution is uncharacterized. Gluten content should be declared for consumer transparency. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Barley Protein as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Hydrolyzed Barley Protein allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Barley Protein EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Barley Protein do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Barley Protein functions as: Hair conditioning, Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 222400-28-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Barley 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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