Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Glycyrrhetinic acid (hydrolysis product of glycyrrhizin) can exhibit pseudo-aldosterone activity at high systemic doses — not a concern at typical cosmetic use levels (<1%). Confirm hydrolysis degree and composition with supplier CoA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate safe in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhetinic acid (hydrolysis product of glycyrrhizin) can exhibit pseudo-aldosterone activity at high systemic doses — not a concern at typical cosmetic use levels (<1%). Confirm hydrolysis degree and composition with supplier CoA. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate functions as: Skin conditioning, soothing, anti-inflammatory (licorice-derived). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent Glycyrrhizic Acid CAS 1405-86-3; sodium salt CAS 56649-78-6; dipotassium salt CAS 68797-35-3).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Glycyrrhizinate?
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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