Kinetin

INCI: KINETIN

CAS Number
525-79-1
Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-aging (N6-furfuryladenine, a cytokinin plant growth regulator)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not restricted under 21 CFR; well-established cosmetic active

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Purine analogue with theoretical concern for DNA interaction, though no genotoxicity demonstrated in standard battery; non-hazardous per SDS with recommended max use level typically โ‰ค0.1% in leave-on products.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kinetin safe in cosmetics?

Purine analogue with theoretical concern for DNA interaction, though no genotoxicity demonstrated in standard battery; non-hazardous per SDS with recommended max use level typically โ‰ค0.1% in leave-on products. The EU classifies Kinetin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Kinetin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Kinetin do in cosmetics?

Kinetin functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-aging (N6-furfuryladenine, a cytokinin plant growth regulator). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 525-79-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Kinetin?

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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