Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
L-Carnitine is generally considered safe for use as a skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent, humectant, and antistatic agent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is L-Carnitine safe in cosmetics?
L-Carnitine is generally considered safe for use as a skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent, humectant, and antistatic agent. The EU classifies L-Carnitine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is L-Carnitine allowed in the EU?
L-Carnitine EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does L-Carnitine do in cosmetics?
L-Carnitine functions as: skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent, humectant, antistatic agent. It is classified as a Cosmetic Ingredient in our database. CAS number: None.
What is the Margin of Safety for L-Carnitine?
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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