Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No specific CIR cosmetic safety assessment; at high topical concentrations may cause localized flushing/erythema from nicotinic acid release; characterize hydrolysis rate in formulation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Inositol Hexanicotinate safe in cosmetics?
No specific CIR cosmetic safety assessment; at high topical concentrations may cause localized flushing/erythema from nicotinic acid release; characterize hydrolysis rate in formulation The EU classifies Inositol Hexanicotinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Inositol Hexanicotinate allowed in the EU?
Inositol Hexanicotinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Inositol Hexanicotinate do in cosmetics?
Inositol Hexanicotinate functions as: Skin conditioning (niacin derivative — vasodilation, barrier support). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6556-11-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Inositol Hexanicotinate?
not established 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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