Hydroxylated Lecithin

INCI: HYDROXYLATED LECITHIN

CAS Number
8029-76-3
Function
Emulsifier, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
EU Max Conc. 5%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR reviewed. Lecithin also permitted as inactive ingredient in FDA-approved drug products

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Avoid use in formulations where N-nitroso compounds may form due to nitrosamine risk. Exercise caution in spray products where inhalation safety is not fully established.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydroxylated Lecithin safe in cosmetics?

Avoid use in formulations where N-nitroso compounds may form due to nitrosamine risk. Exercise caution in spray products where inhalation safety is not fully established. The EU classifies Hydroxylated Lecithin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydroxylated Lecithin allowed in the EU?

Hydroxylated Lecithin EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydroxylated Lecithin do in cosmetics?

Hydroxylated Lecithin functions as: Emulsifier, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8029-76-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxylated Lecithin?

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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