Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract

INCI: HYDROLYZED FISH SCALE/SKIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning, emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted under 21 CFR 700โ€“740; covered under CIR group review of skin/connective tissue proteins

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Fish allergen labelling mandatory; dual source (scale and skin) requires compositional specification; heavy metal testing recommended; potential for residual solvents if enzymatic hydrolysis uses co-solvents.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract safe in cosmetics?

Fish allergen labelling mandatory; dual source (scale and skin) requires compositional specification; heavy metal testing recommended; potential for residual solvents if enzymatic hydrolysis uses co-solvents. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract allowed in the EU?

Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract do in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract?

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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