Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May contain trace wheat protein (gluten) depending on purification process; certificate of analysis should confirm less than 20 ppm gluten for allergen-sensitive claims.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch safe in cosmetics?
May contain trace wheat protein (gluten) depending on purification process; certificate of analysis should confirm less than 20 ppm gluten for allergen-sensitive claims. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch functions as: Skin conditioning, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68412-29-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch?
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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