Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk
INCI: HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYDROLYZED SILK
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-origin ingredient (silkworm Bombyx mori) — may not meet vegan claims; ensure MW of peptide fragments < 3500 Da if claiming read-across to wheat protein CIR limits; no significant toxicological concerns at cosmetic use levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk safe in cosmetics?
Animal-origin ingredient (silkworm Bombyx mori) — may not meet vegan claims; ensure MW of peptide fragments < 3500 Da if claiming read-across to wheat protein CIR limits; no significant toxicological concerns at cosmetic use levels The EU classifies Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk allowed in the EU?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk do in cosmetics?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 169590-61-8 [^1_4].
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Silk?
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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