Kerria Lacca Resin

INCI: KERRIA LACCA RESIN

CAS Number
9000-59-3 (shellac)
Function
Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR Expert Panel concluded shellac is safe for use in cosmetics at concentrations up to 6%

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Animal-derived insect secretion not suitable for vegan claims; ensure cosmetic-grade purity (bleached/dewaxed) to avoid contamination; rosin-sensitive individuals should patch test

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kerria Lacca Resin safe in cosmetics?

Animal-derived insect secretion not suitable for vegan claims; ensure cosmetic-grade purity (bleached/dewaxed) to avoid contamination; rosin-sensitive individuals should patch test The EU classifies Kerria Lacca Resin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Kerria Lacca Resin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Kerria Lacca Resin do in cosmetics?

Kerria Lacca Resin functions as: Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-59-3 (shellac).

What is the Margin of Safety for Kerria Lacca Resin?

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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