Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF)

INCI: SH-POLYPEPTIDE-3

CAS Number
148348-15-6
Function
Growth factor
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes OTC drug classification; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) is generally considered safe for cosmetic use with adequate margin of safety.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) safe in cosmetics?

Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) is generally considered safe for cosmetic use with adequate margin of safety. The EU classifies Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) allowed in the EU?

Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) do in cosmetics?

Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF) functions as: Growth factor. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 148348-15-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF)?

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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