Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Laccaic Acid is prohibited in the EU and not approved as a color additive in the US. Insect-derived origin may conflict with vegan claims. Heavy metal contamination testing recommended for natural-origin colorants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laccaic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Laccaic Acid is prohibited in the EU and not approved as a color additive in the US. Insect-derived origin may conflict with vegan claims. Heavy metal contamination testing recommended for natural-origin colorants. The EU classifies Laccaic Acid as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Laccaic Acid allowed in the EU?
Laccaic Acid EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laccaic Acid do in cosmetics?
Laccaic Acid functions as: Colorant / colour fixative (CI 75450, also known as Lac Dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 60687-93-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laccaic Acid?
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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