Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
INCI: HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (CAS 70084-87-6) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as hair conditioning, strengthening, film-forming, volume-enhancing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max Polypeptide chains must not exceed 30 amino acids (~3,300 Da). Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
hair conditioning, strengthening, film-forming, volume-enhancing
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
Polypeptide chains must not exceed 30 amino acids (~3,300 Da)
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR determined safe provided polypeptide lengths do not exceed 30 amino acids (~3,300 Da). Always verify supplier certificate of analysis confirms this MW limit.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein.
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Expanded Jurisdictional Detail
Additional regulatory detail beyond the 7-jurisdiction summary: Saudi SFDA, Korea MFDS, ASEAN ACD, Japan/Korea, Brazil/India, and cross-jurisdictional restriction entries.
Additional Jurisdictional Restrictions (1)
| Jurisdiction | Status | Max % | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCC | restricted | - | All cosmetics |
Typical Use Concentrations
Reported concentration ranges per product category from SCCS/CIR/industry sources.
| Product Category | Typical Range | Max Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conditioner | 0.5–2 | 5 | CIR/VCRP |
| Hair Mask | 1–3 | 5 | CIR/VCRP |
Additional Ingredient Properties
10 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
amino_acid
{"cas_number": "70084-87-6", "ingredient_class": "wheat_protein", "source_origin": "plant", "molecular_weight_range_Da": "500-3000", "amino_acid_composition_key": "glutamic_acid_proline_rich", "isoelectric_point": "5.5", "charge_at_pH_5_5": "anionic", "water_solubility": "soluble", "oil_solubility": "insoluble", "film_forming_ability": "excellent", "moisture_binding_capacity": "excellent", "NMF_co…
anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "70084-87-6", "ingredient_class": "other", "primary_mechanism": "barrier_reinforcement", "pollution_types_targeted": "PM2_5", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "mitochondrial_protection": "no", "Nrf2_activation": "no", "AhR_pathway_modulation": "no", "NF_kB_inhibit…
baby_pediatric
{"cas_number": "70084-87-6", "ingredient_class": "other", "pediatric_safety_rating": "good", "minimum_age_months": "6", "neonatal_safe": "no", "premature_infant_safe": "insufficient_data", "skin_barrier_maturity_consideration": "Gluten protein", "transepidermal_absorption_risk_pediatric": "low", "systemic_exposure_concern_pediatric": "low", "dose_per_kg_body_weight_concern": "Protein fragments saf…
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "0", "irritancy_rating": "0", "skin_type_suitability": "all,dry,combination,normal", "acne_safe": "yes", "source": "Film former"}
concentration
{"min_concentration_pct": "1.0", "max_concentration_pct": "5.0", "typical_concentration_pct": "3.0", "product_type": "Hair Mask", "function_at_concentration": "Protein treatment", "source": "CIR Safety Assessment"}
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "budget", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "18", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "32", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "25", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "45", "supply_chain_volatility": "low", "primary_source_region": "Europe/US", "synthetic_vs_natural_cost_ratio": "1.8", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "100", "seasonal_price_variation": "low", "commodity_or_specialty": "commodity…
ecotoxicity
{"biodegradable": "yes", "biodegradation_days": "28-60", "bioaccumulative": "no", "aquatic_toxicity_level": "low", "coral_reef_safe": "yes", "marine_toxicity": "very low toxicity", "freshwater_toxicity": "minimal impact", "endocrine_disruptor": "no", "persistent_organic_pollutant": "no", "microplastic": "no", "nano_particle": "no", "hawaii_banned": "no", "eu_restricted_environmental": "no", "palm_…
emulsion_hlb
{"hlb_required_as_emulsifier": "no", "emulsifier_type": "o_w", "emulsion_stabilization_mechanism": "steric_stabilization", "co_emulsifier_pairs": "cetearyl_glucoside", "optimal_oil_phase_pct": "8-25", "optimal_water_phase_pct": "75-92", "electrolyte_tolerance": "moderate", "pH_emulsion_stability_range": "4.0-9.5", "viscosity_building_contribution": "moderate", "droplet_size_range_um": "0.5-15", "z…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-static agent
Film former
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (2)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU CosIng Cosmetics Ingredient Database
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein.
Regulatory Flags
cir-approved
mw-limit-critical
allergenicity-risk
ige-sensitization
wheat-allergy
protein-hydrolysate
supplier-verification-required
eu_cosing_listed
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Anti-static agent
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care; restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: Polypeptide chains must not exceed 30 amino acids (~3,300 Da). This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein functions as: hair conditioning, strengthening, film-forming, volume-enhancing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70084-87-6.
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