Is Lac safe in cosmetics?
Lac has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Lac
INCI: LAC
Lac (CAS Not individually assigned (complex natural substance — cow's milk)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not individually assigned (complex natural substance — cow's milk)
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Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; GRAS for food contact; no cosmetic-specific restriction under 21 CFR
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lac.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lac allowed in the EU?
Lac EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lac do in cosmetics?
Lac functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (complex natural substance — cow's milk).
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