Inulin

INCI: INULIN

CAS Number
9005-80-5
Function
Skin protectant, humectant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR-reviewed: safe at โ‰ค3% in leave-on products, โ‰ค0.25% in rinse-off products

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Well-characterized safety profile with GRAS status for food use and no significant safety concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Inulin safe in cosmetics?

Well-characterized safety profile with GRAS status for food use and no significant safety concerns. The EU classifies Inulin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Inulin allowed in the EU?

Inulin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Inulin do in cosmetics?

Inulin functions as: Skin protectant, humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-80-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Inulin?

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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